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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti

Delicious Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Ready in 40 Minutes

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, customizable dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining flavors of chicken, pasta, and cheese in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup sour cream reduced-fat for lighter option
  • 0.5 cup milk or chicken broth for lighter option
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste teaspoon salt
  • to taste teaspoon pepper
For the Veggies
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 0.5 cup mushrooms sliced
For the Cheesy Layer
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
For Garnish
  • fresh parsley optional, chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and milk. Stir until smooth and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add cooked chicken and half of the Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until melted and combined.
  5. Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce mixture until well coated.
  6. For baked version, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer to baking dish, top with remaining Monterey Jack cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with seasonal vegetables for variety, and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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