Monterey Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting and creamy pasta dish loaded with chicken, vegetables, and two types of cheese. It’s a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 2 chicken breasts)
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz spaghetti (or any pasta of your choice)
For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup milk (or chicken broth for a lighter version)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Cook the Pasta – Boil the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables – Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and slightly browned.
- Make the Creamy Sauce – Stir in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and milk. Cook for 2-3 minutes until smooth and heated through.
- Add Chicken and Cheese – Mix in cooked chicken and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and chicken is warmed.
- Combine with Pasta – Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce. Mix well to coat.
- Optional Baking Step – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer pasta mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve – Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, Chicken Pasta, Creamy Chicken Pasta