Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and perfectly cooked spaghetti, all enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce. This hearty meal is not only quick to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but it’s also a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings, this cheesy pasta dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more. With the versatility to use leftover chicken or customize the ingredients based on your preferences, Monterey Chicken Spaghetti promises to be a satisfying staple in your home-cooked repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Spices: paprika
- Spices: Italian seasoning
- Spices: salt
- Spices: black pepper
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened; add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine and simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
- Add cooked spaghetti and chicken back into the skillet; toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top; cover and let sit for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg