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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Casserole: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is a creamy comfort dish featuring rotisserie chicken and spinach, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 whole Rotisserie Chicken shredded
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach chopped
  • 1 cup Sour Cream full-fat
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese grated
  • 8 ounces Pasta spaghetti or gluten-free option
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions
For Topping
  • 1 cup Additional Monterey Jack Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Extra French Fried Onions

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add your choice of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. After draining, rinse the pasta under cool water to halt the cooking process and prevent mushiness, then set aside.
  2. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream, stirring until smooth and well-integrated. Next, add the fresh chopped spinach, half of the grated Monterey Jack cheese, and minced garlic. Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Gently fold the cooked pasta into the chicken mixture, ensuring that the pasta is evenly distributed and coated with the luscious creamy sauce.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking. While it warms up, spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the chicken and pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining grated Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the casserole, followed by the French fried onions.
  6. Place the assembled casserole in your preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving; it helps the layers set, making it easier to scoop.

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