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Monterey Spaghetti Bake

Monterey Spaghetti Bake

A comforting and indulgent Monterey Spaghetti Bake that combines creamy sour cream, chicken, and melted Monterey Jack cheese for a delightful dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz spaghetti any long pasta works
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced; a rotisserie chicken makes this easier
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoon butter for sautéing garlic
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creamy texture
  • 1 cup sour cream adds tangy richness
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup brings savory depth
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 can of cream of chicken soup. Mix until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes on low heat.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of paprika. Stir in 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, 2 cups of shredded chicken, and the creamy sauce. Stir until everything is well mixed.
  6. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, topping with the remaining 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color.

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