Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting, cheesy pasta dish that’s sure to become a new family favorite. With its tender chicken, melty cheese, and creamy sauce, this recipe is a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of Monterey in a satisfying, easy-to-make meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce spaghetti
- 2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
1. 1. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
2. 2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant.
3. 3. Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. 4. Combine the Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss everything together to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce.
5. 5. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the Monterey Jack cheese over the top and stir until it’s melted and the dish is beautifully creamy.
6. 6. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the Monterey Chicken Spaghetti hot, straight from the skillet.
Notes
For those with dietary restrictions, you can easily swap in gluten-free pasta or try alternative protein sources like shrimp or tofu to make this recipe work for your needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg