Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti (Squash) Casserole Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti (Squash) Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Medium Spaghetti Squash; 1 whole Rotisserie Chicken; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 whole Sweet Onion, Thiny Sliced; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 3/4 pounds Velveeta Cheese, Cubed; 1/2 cups Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth; 1 can Reduced Fat Cream Of Chicken Soup (10.5 Ounce Can); 1 can (10 Oz. Size) Rotel Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies, Drained; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley

Servings: persons

1 whole Medium Spaghetti Squash
1 whole Rotisserie Chicken
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 whole Sweet Onion, Thiny Sliced
1 clove Garlic, Minced
3/4 pounds Velveeta Cheese, Cubed
1/2 cups Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth
1 can Reduced Fat Cream Of Chicken Soup (10.5 Ounce Can)
1 can (10 Oz. Size) Rotel Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies, Drained
2 teaspoons Salt
1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley

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Preheat oven to 350 F. Using a fork, carefully poke holes all over the spaghetti squash.
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This step is very important because the squash can explode in your oven if the steam does not have a place to escape.
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Place squash in a baking dish or on a cookie sheet, put it into the oven and bake for 45 minutes to an hour or until squash is soft to the touch.
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This can be done in advance to save time and allow the squash to cool.
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While the squash is in the oven, pull the meat off of the rotisserie chicken.
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Discard the skin and bones and shred the chicken.
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Set it aside in a large bowl.
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
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Add onion to oil and saute until translucent then add garlic and cook for a minute longer.
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Remove from heat.
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When squash is done, remove it from the oven and allow to cool for approximately 10 minutes.
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Keep the oven on.
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Carefully cut squash in half lengthwise (watch for the escaping steam) and scoop out seeds.
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Use a fork to scrape the contents of the squash into the bowl with the chicken in it.
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Discard the peel and seeds.
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In a medium size bowl, microwave Velveeta and chicken broth in 1 minute intervals until smooth.
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Add chicken soup and Ro-tel to the Velveeta/chicken broth mixture.
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Mix to combine.
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Add the onions and garlic, Velveeta mixture, salt and parsley into the bowl with the chicken and squash.
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Carefully mix until well combined.
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Pour contents into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish and bake at 350 F until bubbly and slightly browned on top, about 20 minutes.
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Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving and enjoy!
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Recipe adapted from a similar recipe on the Kraft website.

694

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Medium Spaghetti Squash, 1 whole Rotisserie Chicken, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 whole Sweet Onion, Thiny Sliced, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti (Squash) Casserole falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti (Squash) Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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