Description
This Taco Spaghetti Casserole is a delightful fusion dish combining the flavors of Tex-Mex taco ingredients with comforting baked spaghetti. Featuring tender chicken, creamy sour cream, salsa, and melted Mexican blend cheese, this casserole is a quick and crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Protein
- 8 ounces thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta, cooked al dente
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
Dairy and Sauce
- 2 cups Mexican blend cheese, divided
- 2 cans (10 ounces each) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
Seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Fresh chopped cilantro for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta and chopped or shredded chicken. Then stir in 1 cup of the Mexican blend cheese, both cans of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, salsa, and the taco seasoning. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese evenly over the top. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool slightly for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, then serve warm for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with ground beef or turkey for a different protein option.
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or a hotter salsa variety.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat covered in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and verify the soup and taco seasoning are gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
