Baked Chicken Spaghetti: An Easy Indulgence for Busy Nights
Baked Chicken Spaghetti is a simple and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken, hearty pasta, and a cheesy topping for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: No Specific Diet
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked spaghetti
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined and transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes to the mixture.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken Spaghetti, Chicken Pasta, Easy Dinner Recipes