Description
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting and creamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken, spaghetti noodles, and rich flavors in a delightful sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe can be made in just 30 to 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Spaghetti (whole wheat or regular)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot; add salt and cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken in olive oil until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute, then add cream cheese until melted.
- Mix in sour cream and half of the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce until evenly coated; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg