Instant Pot® Spicy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole with Frozen Chicken Breasts

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I'm sure many can raise their hand when they've wanted a comforting casserole and their chicken is frozen. Relax. This recipe makes use of frozen chicken breasts... dinner will be ready fast thanks to a head start in the Instant Pot®!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 8x12-inch casserole
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)

  • 2 (6 ounce) frozen chicken breasts

  • 10 ounces spaghetti, broken in half

  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can low-sodium cream of mushroom soup

  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can low-sodium cream of chicken soup

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix

  • ½ teaspoon chicken seasoning salt (such as Chook®) (Optional)

  • nonstick cooking spray

  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add in butter and onion and saute for about 3 minutes. Pour in diced tomatoes with liquid; mix to combine. Add frozen chicken breasts. Cancel Saute mode.

  2. Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces. Add chicken back into the pot. Scatter noodles on top so they don't clump up.

  4. Mix mushroom soup, chicken soup, and milk together in a bowl. Pour over noodles. Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  5. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in taco seasoning and chicken seasoning salt.

  6. Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Spray an 8x12-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.

  7. Transfer 1/2 of the spaghetti mixture to the casserole dish and sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Add remaining spaghetti mixture and sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese.

  8. Broil in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbling and golden, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

375 Calories
16g Fat
32g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 375
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 8g 41%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 595mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 250mg 19%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 254mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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