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Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

The ultimate comfort food, Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti is creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying! This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings and leave everyone wanting more. Make it tonight for a meal that brings joy and comfort!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 590

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 lb chicken cutlets
  • 1 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper diced
  • 4 oz mild diced green chiles one small can
  • 16.9 oz alfredo sauce Trader Joe’s brand preferred (1 jar)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or granulated garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • a few splashes of chicken broth or milk as needed
  • cilantro chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Cutting Board
  • Large Pot
  • Grater
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add salt and cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set pasta aside.
  2. Replace hot pot to medium heat. Add in oil and swirl to spread across the bottom. Sprinkle chicken cutlets with salt and pepper and brown 2-3 minutes per side in oil until fully cooked. Remove from pot and set aside to rest.
  3. Sauté onion and peppers 4-5 minutes or until mostly tender. Stir in green chiles, alfredo sauce, and spices. Pour chicken broth into empty alfredo jar, replace the lid and shake. Pour contents into the pot.
  4. Cut browned chicken into bite-size pieces and add to the pot.
  5. Taste sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. Toss in the spaghetti and grated cheddar cheese until pasta is fully coated in sauce. (As it sits, it will have a tendency to thicken, so as needed, add in little splashes of chicken broth or milk and stir to keep it at the consistency you want before serving.)
  6. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Chicken cutlets are chicken breasts sliced very thin. You are welcome to take regular chicken breasts and slice them in half lengthwise to get the same effect. OR you can cut your raw chicken into bite size pieces before browning. I just find it easier to cut after they are fully cooked. Feel free to use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken and forgo the whole browning process.