Baked Chicken and Spinach Spaghetti with a Mozzarella Sauce

July 12, 2015

This is loaded with flavor from the creamy mozzarella sauce and chunks of chicken, and has the added veggie bonus!

1 pound spaghetti noodles, broken into thirds, cooked according to the directions and rinse (other pasta can be used)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded – I boil up 4 boneless skinless breasts
1/2 cup butter
2 cloves chopped garlic
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups milk
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 10oz package frozen chopped spinach – thawed and drained

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease your 9×13 inch baking dish. 2. In a medium sauce pot melt the butter over medium to low heat. Once melted add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the flour and salt;...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
1296

Sodium
2373mg
98% DV

Fat
67g
104% DV

Protein
85g
171% DV

Carbs
70g
24% DV

Fiber
5g
23% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 41g 206%

Polysaturated Fat 4g 29%

Monosaturated Fat 21g 135%

Cholesterol 255mg 85%

Sodium 2373mg 98%

Potassium 692mg 19%

Protein 85g 171%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 5g 23%

Sugar 6g 12%

Vitamin A 2153IU 43%

Vitamin B6 0.6500000000000001mg 32%

Vitamin C 10mg 18%

Calcium 1461mg 146%

Iron 5mg 31%

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