Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and perfectly cooked spaghetti in a rich, savory sauce. This easy-to-make recipe brings comfort to your dinner table in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings. With its cheesy goodness and hearty ingredients, it’s sure to be a favorite among both adults and kids. Serve it warm with fresh herbs or alongside a crisp salad for an unforgettable meal experience.
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
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Spices: paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water 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; cook until golden brown and fully cooked (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer and let thicken for about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken and cooked spaghetti to the skillet; toss to combine.
- Top with Monterey Jack cheese; cover until melted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg