Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
With roasted pulled chicken breast, mushrooms, red bell pepper, celery, onion and garlic baked in a cheddar cheese sauce. Includes our house salad and rolls.
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
Cheddar Cheese Sauce
Pasta
House Salad
Rolls
Method
Preparing the Chicken and Vegetables
- 1
Roast the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Once cooled, shred the chicken into pieces.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, celery, red bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
Making the Cheddar Cheese Sauce
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it forms a paste. Slowly add the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Cooking the Pasta
- 4
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Mix Everything Together
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, cooked spaghetti, and cheddar cheese sauce. Mix until well combined.
- 6
Transfer to Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Preparing the House Salad
- 8
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
Serving
- 9
Serve
Serve the chicken spaghetti hot from the oven alongside the house salad and dinner rolls.