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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Pasta

Creamy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Pasta for Quick Family Joy

This Creamy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Pasta is a quick, comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti can substitute with linguine or fettuccine
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken shredded or chopped
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded, can swap with mozzarella or cheddar
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth use low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can use half-and-half for a lighter alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning pre-mixed blend saves time
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) sauté until softened
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh gives the best aroma
Final Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for richness
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped) for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente for about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve a bit of pasta water.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season rotisserie chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until warmed through. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti and cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly. If thick, add reserved pasta water. Cook for another minute.
  6. Sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top, cover, and let it sit on low heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing is also an option for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream.

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