Follow these steps for perfect results
boneless chicken breasts
cooked
spaghetti noodles
cooked
green pepper
chopped
onion
chopped
butter
evaporated milk
Velveeta cheese
cubed
shredded cheese
shredded
Ritz cracker
crushed
Boil chicken until cooked through.
Set chicken aside and use the broth to cook spaghetti noodles.
Place cooked noodles in a greased rectangular pan.
Shred the cooked chicken and distribute it over the noodles.
Chop onion and green pepper.
Sauté the chopped onion and green pepper in butter until softened.
Layer the sautéed onion and pepper mixture on top of the chicken and noodles.
Pour evaporated milk evenly over the ingredients in the pan.
Chop Velveeta cheese into chunks and add it to the evaporated milk in the pan.
Continuously stir the Velveeta cheese and evaporated milk mixture over medium heat until it forms a smooth cheese sauce.
Pour the cheese sauce over the noodle, chicken, onion, and pepper mixture.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 30 minutes.
Optionally, top with Ritz crackers or shredded cheese.
If topping, bake for an additional 5 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Expert advice for the best results
Add mushrooms to the vegetables for extra flavor.
Use a rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation time.
Ensure the cheese sauce is smooth and doesn't scorch by stirring constantly.
Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce to enhance its flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve hot in a baking dish or individual portions.
Serve with a side salad.
Garnish with parsley.
Pairs well with creamy dishes.
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Classic American comfort food
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