Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Bake – Easy Dinner Recipes
This creamy chicken spaghetti is a comforting and budget-friendly dish packed with flavor and perfect for dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers, and sauté until softened.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir until vegetables are coated. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly.
- Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and 3/4 cup of shredded cheese until well combined.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and mix everything together.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with parsley before serving if desired.