Description
Chicken spaghetti is a delightful comfort food that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, ensuring smiles around the table. With its rich flavors and customizable ingredients, chicken spaghetti is sure to become a beloved favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz spaghetti pasta
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs (basil and oregano)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop onions and bell peppers finely.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes).
- Add aromatics: Toss in chopped onions and garlic with the chicken. Sauté until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in vegetables: Stir in bell peppers and cook until softened yet crunchy (about 5 minutes).
- Create the sauce: Pour in cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth; stir gently to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add pasta & cheese: Mix cooked spaghetti into the skillet along with shredded cheese, stirring until everything is coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping chicken for turkey or adding different veggies. For quick prep, use leftover rotisserie chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth.