Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy pasta dish with chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, and Italian seasoning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked al dente
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 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
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce thicken slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and chicken back into the skillet. Toss to combine until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and let it sit for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Add sautéed vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
- Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with broth or cream.
- Top with toasted breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Monterey chicken spaghetti, pasta, chicken, cheese, creamy