Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: A Delicious Twist with Turkey Bacon
A delightful recipe combining Monterey chicken with tasty turkey bacon for the perfect family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions and drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add cooked chicken and turkey bacon, sauté for 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add marinara sauce and cook until heated through.
- Combine the chicken mixture with the pasta, mixing well.
- Top with Monterey Jack cheese.
- Cover and simmer for 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños.
- Substitute any cheese of your choice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 14 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken Spaghetti, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipes