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One-Pot Chicken Spaghetti

Comforting, creamy one-pot spaghetti loaded with shredded chicken and melted cheese for an easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces spaghetti broken in half
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken shredded or chopped
  • 10 ounce Rotel tomatoes undrained (one 10-ounce can)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
  • cilantro or parsley chopped, optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the broken spaghetti, chicken broth, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder; bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the spaghetti is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 12–15 minutes.
  3. Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and undrained Rotel tomatoes until heated through.
  4. Add the softened cream cheese and shredded Mexican cheese, stirring until cheeses melt and form a creamy sauce; adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • If sauce is too thick, thin with extra chicken broth.
  • Stir frequently while cooking to prevent sticking.
  • Serve right away for best texture.