Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Pasta (Printable Version)

Chicken, Monterey Jack, and spaghetti meld together for a hearty, comforting meal ready in just over half an hour.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked al dente
02 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 cup chicken broth
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon butter
10 - 1 teaspoon paprika
11 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
13 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce thicken slightly, about 5 minutes.
05 - Add the cooked spaghetti and chicken back into the skillet. Toss to combine until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
06 - Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and let it sit for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese melts. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Family friendly and loved by adults and kids
  • Quick to make and easy cleanup all in one skillet
  • Cheesy creamy goodness in every bite
  • Perfect way to use leftover cooked chicken as well
02 -
  • High in protein keeps you full
  • Cheese sauce clings perfectly thanks to the pasta starch
  • Reheats well with a splash of broth or cream
03 -
  • Let the chicken sit undisturbed in the pan for a proper sear which builds flavor into the sauce
  • Always grate your cheese fresh for the smoothest melt and best taste
  • Do not rinse your pasta after cooking because the starch helps the sauce cling beautifully

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