Go Back
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti in a skillet with creamy white sauce and parsley garnish

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti (Skillet Version)

A creamy, one skillet Monterey Chicken Spaghetti recipe with tender chicken, Italian seasoning, and melted Monterey Jack cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for pasta

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce thicken slightly for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked spaghetti and the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Toss gently to combine until the pasta is fully coated with the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, shred the cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded cheese to ensure a smooth sauce.