This Queso Chicken Spaghetti recipe is a delicious and easy meal that combines the flavors of creamy queso sauce, tender chicken, and hearty pasta! It's perfect for a weeknight dinner when you are looking for something the whole family will enjoy.
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- What makes this recipe irresistible
- What you’ll need: ingredients
- Step-by-step guide: instructions
- Watch and learn: recipe video
- Essential equipment for this recipe
- Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
- Deb's tips for the perfect dish
- How to store leftovers
- More recipes you'll love
- Perfect pairings: what to serve with
- Queso Spaghetti with Chicken
What makes this recipe irresistible
One of my favorite things about this classic comfort food is that you only need a few simple ingredients. Plus, when you combine the chicken, tender pasta, and melty cheese, you get an explosion of flavor that will leave you wanting more. 😋
What you’ll need: ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- spaghetti
- queso
- Ro*Tel tomatoes and green chiles
- evaporated milk
- taco seasoning
- cooked chicken
- Monterey Jack cheese
- tortilla chips - I used Doritos
Step-by-step guide: instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
Step 1 - Preheat the oven, spray a casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray, set aside. Boil the pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the sauce. In a large mixing bowl combine the queso, rotel, evaporated milk and taco seasoning. Mix well to combine.
Step 2 - Add the chicken and cooked noodles. Toss to combine. and then spoon into the casserole dish.
Step 3 - In a small bowl, combine the crushed tortilla chips and shredded cheese. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
Step 4 - Bake uncovered until hot and bubbly.
Watch and learn: recipe video
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Essential equipment for this recipe
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Yes, I like to boil spaghetti noodles to al dente when I'm going to put them in a cheesy pasta casserole like this one. The noodles will continue to cook in the oven, so don't overcook them.
The chips should stay crunchy as they are only on the top of the casserole and not inside of it.
Deb's tips for the perfect dish
This chicken spaghetti casserole is great to prep ahead of time to save time on busy weeknights. Just assemble the casserole without the cheese and chips, then wrap it with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge until the next day. Add the chips before reheating.
- Use your favorite taco toppings as a garnish, we like to use sour cream, cheddar cheese, black olives, tomatoes, and fresh parsley or cilantro.
- I like to use seasoned and cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. However, you can save a little time and use a rotisserie chicken instead.
- Learn how to store leftover queso here. (Just in case you have some leftovers when you're done putting the casserole together.)
How to store leftovers
Refrigerate - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
Freezer - I've successfully frozen this great recipe. Just wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil and store it in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before baking.
Reheat - Reheat the entire casserole in a 350-degree oven for 15-20 minutes or reheat single servings in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
More recipes you'll love
Dan and I love chicken spaghetti it's the ultimate comfort food. Some of our favorite recipes are Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti, Creamy Taco Spaghetti, or Easy Chicken with Rotel Tomatoes.
Perfect pairings: what to serve with
I love to serve this cheesy chicken pasta with a side of fresh garlic bread like this Air Fryer Garlic Bread. You can also pair it with your favorite veggies like Steamed Brussels Sprouts or 3 Ingredient Steamed Green Beans for a delicious dinner.
Did you make this Queso chicken spaghetti?
If so, I'd appreciate you leaving me a comment below and letting me know how it turned out for you! If you need help or have questions, I'd love to hear those as well.
Queso Spaghetti with Chicken
Equipment
- 1 9x13 casserole dish
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti broken in half, cooked to al dente and drained
- 15 ounces jar of queso
- 10 ounce Ro Tel Diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2-3 cups diced cooked chicken
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips I used Doritos Nachos Cheese, but Cool Ranch Doritos would be great too.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350. Spray a casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil, seasoning with a tablespoon of salt.. Add the broken spaghetti, cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is boiling, prepare the sauce. In a large mixing bowl combine the queso, rotel, evaporated milk and taco seasoning. Mix well to combine.
- Add the chicken and cooked noodles. Toss to combine. Spoon into the casserole dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed tortilla chips and shredded cheese. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve and enjoy!
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