Grandma's Chicken Skettie Spaghetti

Transport yourself to the heart of comforting home-cooked meals with Grandma's Chicken Skettie Spaghetti, a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish that’s bursting with hearty flavors and nostalgic charm. Tender shredded chicken is combined with perfectly cooked spaghetti in a rich sauce made from cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and a generous helping of melty cheddar cheese. This casserole-style dish is seasoned to perfection with garlic, onion, and a touch of paprika for depth, then baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Ideal for feeding a crowd or savoring leftovers, this easy-to-make classic brings old-fashioned comfort to your dinner table. Ready in just an hour, it’s a perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this dish is comfort food at its finest. Keywords: chicken spaghetti, creamy pasta bake, baked spaghetti casserole, cheesy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 whole Chicken breasts
• 12 ounces Spaghetti
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of chicken soup
• 1 can (10 ounces) Diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups (shredded) Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 small (diced) Onion
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Parsley

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water, bring it to a boil, and add a pinch of salt. Add the chicken breasts and boil for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool. Reserve 2 cups of the cooking water as chicken broth.

Step 2

While the chicken is cooling, bring a separate pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet or deep saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Shred the cooled chicken breasts using two forks, and add them to the skillet.

Step 5

Stir in the cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies (including their liquid), and the chicken broth. Mix well.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Let it simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce, reserving about 1/2 cup for topping. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.

Step 8

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the spaghetti mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese on top and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2180.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2626.4

Total Fat 117.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 563.8mg	0%
Sodium 7419.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 193.8g	0%

Vitamin D 77.7IU	0%
Calcium 1365.8mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 2266.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 28.1%