Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting and delicious dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. This one-pan wonder is not just quick and easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual family gatherings. With its rich sauce and cheesy goodness, this meal is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. In just under 35 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
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
- Seasonings: paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions 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 (5-7 minutes), then remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until soft; add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked spaghetti and chicken back into the skillet; toss to combine.
- Sprinkle cheese on top, cover with a lid for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg