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Rotel Chicken Spaghetti
Instructions
1
In a large pot, melt butter.
2
Add onion and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
4
Stir in both cans of soup, Rotel, chicken and half of the pasta cooking water. Stir until combined.
5
Add spaghetti and stir until thoroughly combined.
6
Add additional pasta cooking water until sauce reaches desired consistency.
7
Pour into a 13×9 casserole dish.
8
Top with cheddar cheese.
9
Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese has melted.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Reserve Pasta Water for Sauce Perfection 💧Save 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining and stir it into your cream sauce to achieve the perfect consistency and help the sauce cling to the noodles beautifully.
- Toast Your Garlic and Onions First 🧄Sauté minced garlic and diced onions in butter for 2-3 minutes until fragrant before adding the soup and Rotel to build a deeper, more complex flavor foundation for the entire dish.
- Don't Overcook the Chicken Breast 🍗Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and cook only until 165°F internally, or use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to prevent dry, tough pieces in your final casserole.
- Mix Cheeses for Layered Richness 🧀Reserve half your cheddar for the top layer and fold the other half into the sauce before combining with pasta—this creates superior melting and prevents a heavy, oily topping.
- Bake Covered Then Uncovered for Texture 🔓Cover the casserole for the first 20 minutes to retain moisture, then uncover for the final 10-15 minutes to achieve a golden, slightly crispy cheese top while keeping the interior creamy.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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