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Creamy Chicken Spaghetti dish with pasta and cheese

Creamy Chicken Spaghetti

A delicious and comforting dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauces, and pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz spaghetti Or substitute with your preferred pasta type.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 cup sour cream For creaminess.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For a rich flavor.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water Use reserved pasta water if preferred.
Seasonings
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the cream of chicken soup and cream of mushroom soup.
  2. Stir in the sour cream and chicken broth, mixing until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir gently until completely melted into the sauce.
Combining
  1. Fold in the cooked, shredded chicken and stir until evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
  2. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss gently until every strand is coated. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Continue cooking over low heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through.
  4. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicy kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or jalapeños. For a lighter version, use low-fat cream soups and sour cream. The dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.