Description
Comforting chicken spaghetti brings hearty Southern flavors to your dinner table with creamy, cheesy goodness. Cheesy noodles and tender chicken create a satisfying meal that keeps families coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces (226 grams) spaghetti
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Prepare spaghetti in generously salted water until perfectly tender, then drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sauté onions and garlic until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking thoroughly and browning on all surfaces; remove and set aside.
- Reduce skillet heat and blend cream cheese with chicken broth, whisking until smooth and creamy.
- Stir Italian seasoning into the sauce, creating a rich and flavorful base.
- Integrate cooked chicken, spaghetti, and bell peppers into the sauce, ensuring each ingredient is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Place uncovered dish in preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until heated through and slightly golden on top.
Notes
- Check pasta doneness by tasting a strand, ensuring it’s slightly firm to avoid mushy texture during baking.
- Swap chicken with rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken to save cooking time and add extra flavor.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier version without compromising creamy consistency.
- Customize vegetable mix by adding zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms to boost nutritional value and create exciting flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg