Baked Spaghetti With Chicken And Spinach
One of our favourite ways to serve spaghetti, leaves a nice tingle. Serve with a fresh green salad and crusty rolls.
Steps
Cook spaghetti , al dente , drain and set aside.
Heat oil in large saucepan.
Add garlic and onion , cook until soft , but not browned.
Add chicken , brown on all sides , turning often , until no longer pink.
Sauce: in a blender or food processor , add stewed tomatoes , basil , tarragon , salt , chili flakes , parsley , garlic and cheese.
Pulse until just chunky , not smooth.
Add sauce to chicken mixture.
Stir and simmer for 15 minutes.
Line an oven proof casserole with the spinach.
Lay the spaghetti over the spinach.
Pour the chicken / sauce mixture over the spaghetti.
Bring a spoon up through the layers to mix lightly and turn the spinach throughout.
Sprinkle cheeses on top and add another dash of chili flakes if desired.
Bake at 400f for 20 to 30 minutes.
Ingredients
spaghetti, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, olive oil, garlic cloves, red onion, fresh spinach, stewed tomatoes, dried basil, dried tarragon, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, sharp cheddar cheese