Description
Southern Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting, creamy dish that brings together tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, all tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti. This family favorite is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, it’s a delightful blend of nostalgia and satisfaction that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the bell peppers and onion.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth. Let simmer while cooking pasta.
- Boil salted water in a separate pot and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain pasta but reserve some pasta water.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with the chicken mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Top with shredded cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap chicken for turkey or use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep. To spice it up, add jalapeños or red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for three months.