Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. This hearty pasta dish features tender chicken pieces smothered in a creamy sauce made with Monterey Jack cheese and aromatic spices, all tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
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
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti per 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, then cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer. Let thicken slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Return cooked spaghetti and chicken to the skillet; toss to coat in sauce.
- Sprinkle cheese on top, cover with a lid for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 583
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 651mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 97mg