Description
Enjoy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, a delightful blend of tender chicken and creamy cheese sauce enveloping spaghetti. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners, bringing warmth and comfort with every bite. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds total)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup (252 g) chicken broth
- 1 cup (230 g) sour cream
- 2 cans (10.5 ounces each) cream of chicken soup
- 3 cups (339 g) Monterey Jack cheese (shredded, divided)
- 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 container (5 ounces) fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup crispy fried onions (like French’s or homemade)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water; cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Season chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté chicken in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through; set aside to keep warm.
- Stir minced garlic and red pepper flakes into the skillet, cooking briefly.
- Add chicken broth, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup; mix and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted; combine with spaghetti in the skillet.
- Top with chicken breasts and remaining cheese, then broil until bubbly and golden.
- Sprinkle crispy fried onions on top before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat with a splash of broth to restore creaminess.
Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg