Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting, creamy dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. With tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a rich sauce enveloping perfectly cooked spaghetti, this recipe is both simple and delightful. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s a crowd-pleaser that promises to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet with chicken; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and soy sauce, stirring until combined.
- Lower the heat and mix in cooked spaghetti along with fresh spinach and shredded cheese. Stir until everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve warm on plates or in bowls, drizzling with any remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg