Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy delight that brings comfort to dinner. This easy recipe combines tender chicken, flavorful spices, and rich cheeses, making it a perfect meal for family gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti al dente in salted boiling water; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear chicken in olive oil until golden brown, then keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chicken broth.
- Stir in sour cream and cream of chicken soup, simmering until smooth.
- Incorporate Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Add fresh spinach until wilted, then mix in the spaghetti.
- Top with seared chicken and remaining cheese; broil with crispy fried onions until bubbly.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
Consider using gluten-free pasta for dietary needs.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg