Chicken Spaghetti

This easy Chicken Spaghetti Recipe is made with rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheese, and a few simple ingredients. Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, this family favorite casserole is simple to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.

This chicken spaghetti recipe has been a big family favorite for years. It’s creamy and cheesy and loaded with diced (or shredded) rotisserie chicken. Taco seasoning and salsa give it a big boost of flavor. It definitely falls into the “kid-friendly and mom-approved” category!

My favorite thing, besides the fact that everyone loves it, is that it’s super simple to make. It’s just a handful of ingredients combined in a bowl and transferred to a casserole dish then baked until the cheese is nice and gooey. As a bonus, it makes an EXCELLENT freezer meal!

If you love easy pasta dinners, try my baked spaghetti, million dollar spaghetti, and spaghetti pie next.

Ingredient Notes

Here’s an overview of the 7 ingredients needed to make this casserole. Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for the exact measurements.

• Pasta – I like to use thin angel hair pasta but spaghetti or linguine also work.
• Rotisserie chicken – Shredded or chopped as desired. You can also use leftover air fryer chicken breasts or whatever else you have on hand.
• Shredded cheese – I like to use a blend of Mexican cheese for a variety of flavor. You could also use Monterey Jack, a cheddar blend, or whatever combination of shredded cheese is in the fridge.
• Sour cream – Adds some tang and creaminess to the dish.
• Salsa – Any salsa you like! Keep in mind the flavor and spice level of the salsa impacts the overall flavor of the casserole. We really like homemade salsa.
• Cream of chicken soup – This is what makes up the majority of the creamy sauce and keeps things simple. Feel free to sub in any other “cream of” soup.
• Taco seasoning – I always have homemade taco seasoning on hand but grab a packet at the store if you prefer.

How to Make Chicken Spaghetti

This spaghetti casserole takes just a few minutes to prep. The printable instructions can be found in the recipe card below.

• Prep. Preheat the oven to 350F. Spray the baking dish with nonstick spray.
• Cook the pasta. Prepare the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions. Drain.
• Combine. Mix together the pasta, chicken, soup, salsa, sour cream, taco seasoning, and a cup of cheese in the pot.
• Bake. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese. Sprinkle with dried parsley, if desired. Cover with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until heated through and the cheese is melted.

Serving Suggestions

A plate of this chicken spaghetti casserole is pretty hearty and filling on its own. I’ll often whip up some garlic butter spread and serve that on some crunchy bread with the casserole. Breadsticks are also great.

I do like to serve some veggies on the side, like an Olive Garden side salad or simply some steamed or roasted veggies.

Make Ahead & Storage

• Make ahead: Assemble the chicken spaghetti in a freezer-safe baking dish without baking it. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed. If the casserole is still cold when it goes into the oven, it may need a little extra baking time.
• Leftovers: Store leftover chicken spaghetti in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat the entire pan in the oven, covered with foil, or pop individual servings into the microwave.

More Easy Spaghetti Recipes

• Cowboy Spaghetti
• Bacon Spaghetti
• Spaghetti Bolognese
• Mexican Spaghetti