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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti

Delicious Monterey Chicken Spaghetti for Cozy Nights In

Experience the comforting blend of chicken and spaghetti in creamy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, a must-try for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts or thighs use cooked rotisserie chicken for a quick fix
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces spaghetti can swap with penne, fettuccine, or linguine
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese can use mozzarella or pepper jack
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil substitute with avocado oil if preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) or use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup chicken broth or use vegetable broth for lighter version
  • 1 cup heavy cream use half-and-half for lighter choice
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped) can substitute with basil or chives
  • to taste salt essential seasoning
  • to taste black pepper essential seasoning

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • large pot
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper on both sides, letting it sit while you prepare the skillet.
  2. Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Boil salted water in a large pot, add spaghetti, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  4. In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping browned bits from the skillet, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Combine cooked spaghetti and chicken in the skillet, tossing with reserved pasta water as needed.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, place cooled spaghetti in an airtight container and use within 2-3 months. Reheat by adding chicken broth or milk to restore creaminess.

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