Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
A delicious and creamy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti recipe that combines tender chicken, al dente spaghetti, and a cheesy Monterey Jack sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Spaghetti:
- 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked al dente
Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Onion and Garlic:
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Sauce:
- 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
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti: Cook spaghetti al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, cook onion and garlic until softened. Add chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer to thicken.
- Combine and Serve: Add cooked spaghetti and chicken back to the skillet. Top with Monterey Jack cheese. Let it melt, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Creamy Spaghetti, Monterey Jack Cheese Pasta
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