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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: A Delicious Dinner Recipe!

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a delicious and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, spaghetti, and a flavorful barbecue sauce, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked spaghetti
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced green onions
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, cooked chicken, barbecue sauce, half of the Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, and red bell pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly and top with the remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
  • Substitute the Monterey Jack cheese with cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.

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