Aunt Liz's Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Health score
17%
Aunt Liz's Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
45 min.
8
270kcal

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Welcome to Aunt Liz's Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a delightful dish that captures the essence of home cooking and family gatherings. This scrumptious casserole brings together tender pieces of chicken, colorful vegetables, and hearty spaghetti, all enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe not only offers comfort but is also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy households.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it’s a fantastic option for lunch or dinner, serving up to eight hungry diners. Each serving is packed with flavor yet maintains a balanced profile at approximately 270 calories, making it lighter without compromising on taste. The combination of reduced-sodium ingredients and the inclusion of fresh vegetables ensures that you’re indulging in a meal that is as wholesome as it is delicious.

Imagine gathering around the table with loved ones, the aroma of melting cheddar cheese wafting through the air, as everyone eagerly anticipates a scoop of this creamy, comforting casserole. This dish is not just food; it’s a memory-maker. Gather your ingredients and let Aunt Liz's Chicken Spaghetti Casserole turn your next mealtime into a cherished tradition!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup celery ()
  • 21.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup fat-free 30% 98% undiluted reduced-sodium canned
  • cups chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped cooked chopped
  • cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • cup onion chopped
  • cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded divided
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti uncooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Combine broth, salt, pepper, and soup in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  4. Add soup mixture to chicken mixture; toss. Divide mixture evenly between 2 (8-inch) square or (2-quart) baking dishes coated with cooking spray.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over each casserole. Cover with foil coated with cooking spray.
  6. Bake at 350 for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories270kcal
Protein32.28%
Fat28.37%
Carbs39.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24
Glycemic Load
8.25
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.769999962786%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.36mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:269.99kcal
13.5%
Fat:8.42g
12.95%
Saturated Fat:4.08g
25.52%
Carbohydrates:26.28g
8.76%
Net Carbohydrates:24.38g
8.87%
Sugar:2.55g
2.83%
Cholesterol:47.73mg
15.91%
Sodium:933.33mg
40.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.55g
43.1%
Selenium:30.15µg
43.07%
Vitamin B3:6.32mg
31.59%
Vitamin C:25.71mg
31.17%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.73%
Phosphorus:230.59mg
23.06%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
18.86%
Vitamin A:789.96IU
15.8%
Zinc:2.16mg
14.41%
Copper:0.27mg
13.38%
Calcium:126.18mg
12.62%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.62%
Potassium:362.53mg
10.36%
Magnesium:38.48mg
9.62%
Iron:1.44mg
7.98%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
7.98%
Folate:31.38µg
7.85%
Fiber:1.9g
7.58%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.47%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.01%
Vitamin K:5.26µg
5.01%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.74%
Source:My Recipes