Creamy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
A rich and creamy twist on the classic spaghetti, featuring tender chicken and a delightful cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti (or your preferred pasta)
- 2 cups cooked, diced chicken breast (grilled or baked)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or a plant-based alternative if desired)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta
- Sauté the Garlic
- Create the Creamy Sauce
- Cheese it Up
- Combine with Chicken
- Marry the Pasta and Sauce
- Garnish and Serve
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg