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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: Comfort Food in One Pan

Experience the delightful Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, a one-pan comfort food bursting with Tex-Mex flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti or substitute with penne or fusilli
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts can substitute with turkey breast or tofu
  • 1 tsp Salt for seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder for flavor
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Salsa homemade for best flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese or mozzarella/cheddar
  • 4 slices Bacon turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions chopped, can substitute with chives or shallots

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • colander
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add salsa to the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the salsa thickens.
  5. Slice cooked chicken and stir into the salsa mixture, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the chicken and salsa.
  7. Sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top and cover to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with crumbled bacon and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with a green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal experience.

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