Description
Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel is a comforting dish that perfectly marries tender chicken, al dente spaghetti, and a creamy, zesty sauce made from Rotel tomatoes. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe bursts with vibrant flavors and satisfying textures that everyone will love. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a meal that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing enough to share on social media.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 8 oz spaghetti (regular or whole wheat)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tbsp olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest before shredding.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant. Stir in Rotel tomatoes and simmer for five minutes.
- Mix Everything Together: Shred chicken using two forks and return it to the skillet with sour cream and half of the cheese. Mix well to coat everything in sauce.
- Combine with Spaghetti: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing gently over low heat until combined. If needed, add a splash of pasta cooking water for moisture.
- Serve It Up: Transfer to plates or a serving bowl, topping generously with remaining cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 455
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 825mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg