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Best Monterey Chicken Spaghetti

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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting pasta bake loaded with tender chicken and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or meal prepping, this casserole-style dish is rich, flavorful, and family-friendly.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (divided)
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and chicken broth, stirring until smooth.
  4. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the Monterey Jack cheese until melted.
  5. Mix in cooked chicken and drained tomatoes with green chilies.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
  8. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Swap spaghetti for other pasta types like penne or rotini.
  • Add hot sauce or use pepper jack cheese for a spicier version.
  • Use rotisserie or grilled chicken to save time and add flavor.
  • Freeze before baking for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before baking.
  • Lighten it up by using reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream.

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