Description
This Christmas Chicken Spaghetti recipe is a creamy and cheesy pasta dish that is perfect for holiday gatherings. It combines tender chicken with a rich sauce made from cream of mushroom soup, Velveeta cheese, and cream cheese, creating a decadent and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
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- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (16-ounce) package spaghetti
- 1 (10-ounce) can Ro*Tel Tomatoes
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (16-ounce) package Velveeta cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
Seasonings:
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- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Cook chicken breasts in a skillet until fully cooked. Shred the chicken and set aside.
- Cook Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a large pot, combine Ro*Tel tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir over medium heat until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth.
- Combine: Add shredded chicken and cooked spaghetti to the sauce. Mix well to combine.
- Serve: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and baked in the oven to melt the cheese before serving.
- You can add cooked vegetables like bell peppers and mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1050 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg