Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

Health score
33%
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti
36 min.
6
394kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a comforting and delicious dish that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti! With its creamy texture and rich flavors, this recipe is perfect for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner. In just 36 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves six, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or busy weeknights.

This dish combines tender, chopped chicken with a delightful blend of spices and gooey reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor. The addition of stewed tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce brings a savory depth that elevates the dish to new heights. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this hearty meal without the guilt.

Whether you're looking for a side dish to complement your main course or a standalone meal that satisfies, Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti fits the bill perfectly. It's easy to prepare, and the use of frozen ingredients means you can have a delicious homemade meal on the table in no time. So grab your frying pan and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon bottled garlic minced
  • cups meat from a rotisserie chicken frozen thawed cooked chopped
  • teaspoons penzey's southwest seasoning dried italian
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded divided reduced-fat
  • cup onion frozen chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti uncooked
  • 29 ounce stewed tomatoes undrained chopped canned
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce low-sodium

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  3. Drain.
  4. Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat until hot.
  5. Add onion and garlic; saut 5 minutes.
  6. Add tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Stir in 1 cup cheese, cooked spaghetti, and chicken. Spoon into a 3-quart casserole coated with cooking spray.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  8. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories394kcal
Protein34.76%
Fat18.98%
Carbs46.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.33
Glycemic Load
13.56
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.687391260396%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
5.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.02kcal
19.7%
Fat:8.26g
12.7%
Saturated Fat:3.09g
19.28%
Carbohydrates:45.28g
15.09%
Net Carbohydrates:41.76g
15.18%
Sugar:7.62g
8.47%
Cholesterol:60.44mg
20.15%
Sodium:724.59mg
31.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.02g
68.03%
Selenium:50.93µg
72.76%
Phosphorus:439.37mg
43.94%
Vitamin B3:7.34mg
36.68%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.73%
Calcium:245.18mg
24.52%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.88%
Iron:3.88mg
21.53%
Potassium:643.76mg
18.39%
Zinc:2.68mg
17.88%
Copper:0.35mg
17.6%
Vitamin C:13.96mg
16.92%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.3%
Magnesium:65.19mg
16.3%
Fiber:3.52g
14.08%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.43%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.31%
Vitamin E:1.34mg
8.92%
Vitamin K:7.88µg
7.5%
Folate:29.11µg
7.28%
Vitamin A:356.96IU
7.14%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.47%
Source:My Recipes