Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comfort dish that combines tender chicken, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and perfectly cooked spaghetti in a rich sauce. This hearty pasta meal is not only quick to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but also incredibly flavorful, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. The combination of spices and creamy cheese ensures that every bite is packed with deliciousness. Whether you’re serving it for dinner or enjoying leftovers for lunch, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- 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
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; 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, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes; add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return cooked spaghetti and chicken to the skillet; toss until coated in sauce.
- Sprinkle cheese on top; cover to melt for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg