Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
This Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is creamy, cheesy, and comforting! A quick casserole loaded with tender chicken, spinach, and crispy fried onions for the perfect weeknight meal.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz dried spaghetti
- 4 cups chopped cooked chicken rotisserie chicken works beautifully
- 16 oz sour cream 1 container
- 21 oz unsalted cream of chicken soup 2 cans (10.5 oz each)
- 10 oz frozen spinach thawed and drained
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese divided
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 oz French's French Fried Onions divided
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dried spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, and thawed, drained spinach. Stir until well mixed and creamy.
- Add the chopped cooked chicken and 1 cup of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese to the sauce mixture. Fold everything together until evenly distributed.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the bowl and gently toss until every strand is coated in the creamy chicken and spinach sauce.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle half of the French Fried Onions over the cheese layer. This will add a delightful crispy texture after baking.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
- Remove the dish from the oven and immediately sprinkle the remaining French Fried Onions over the top for extra crunch and flavor.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish (9x13-inch)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Cheese grater (optional)
Notes
- Drain the thawed spinach well to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- For a smoother sauce, blend the soup and sour cream before mixing.
- French Fried Onions add a signature crunch but can be substituted with toasted breadcrumbs.
- Try mixing Monterey Jack with sharp cheddar cheese for an extra punch of flavor.