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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: A Comforting Family Delight!

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting and delicious dish that combines cooked spaghetti, shredded chicken, and a blend of flavorful ingredients, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked spaghetti
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the chicken mixture. Mix well to ensure the spaghetti is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicier 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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