Chickenetti is an easy Amish casserole made with spaghetti noodles and chicken in a creamy sauce. Kid-friendly chicken and noodles dish perfect for a simple dinner or potluck.
10 - 12ouncesVelveeta cheese, cut into small cubes
1/2teaspoongarlic powder (optional)
Instructions
If you don't already have cooked chicken on hand, you will want to begin by cooking chicken.
3 - 4 cups cooked chicken (chopped or shredded)
Boil approximately 4 quarts of water, add 1 to 1 1/2 tsp. salt and boil the spaghetti noodles according to the al-dente instructions on the package (approximately 10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
1 pound dry spaghetti noodles
Mix the remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Add the noodles and chicken and mix to combine.
1 can (10.5 oz.) cream of chicken soup, 1 can (10.5 oz.) cream of mushroom soup, 2 1/2 cups chicken broth, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 10 - 12 ounces Velveeta cheese, cut into small cubes, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish. Cover and bake at 350℉ for 45 minutes. Remove the cover and bake for another 10 - 15 minutes. Stir and serve.
Cool and refrigerate any leftovers. Reheat and enjoy within three or four days.
Notes
If preferred, use American cheese or shredded cheddar cheese instead of Velveeta. You can also sprinkle some cheese over the top for the last few minutes of baking.This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated. (Chicken always needs to be chilled completely before putting it into an airtight container.) If baking from cold, it will take at least an hour or more.*Nutrition is approximate.