Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a delightful and comforting pasta dish that combines tender chicken with creamy Monterey Jack cheese and savory spices, all enveloped in a rich sauce. This delicious recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, making it a family favorite that’s sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can easily customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or substituting the chicken for turkey or beef. Enjoy this hearty meal that brings everyone together around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked al dente
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
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 until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add chopped onion; cook until softened (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Add cooked spaghetti and chicken back into the skillet; toss to coat.
- Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top; cover until melted (2-3 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg