Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy and cheesy pasta dish topped with seasoned chicken strips, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cook the Spaghetti: Boil the spaghetti as per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook in a skillet until done. Slice and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic. Add chicken broth, cream, and simmer. Add cheeses and stir until smooth.
- Combine: Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce. Top with chicken, parsley, and red pepper flakes.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the level of spice by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Creamy Chicken Pasta