Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish featuring BBQ-flavored chicken, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and tender spaghetti noodles — perfect for cozy dinners or feeding a crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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12 oz spaghetti
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2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1 cup shredded cheddar (optional)
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1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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⅓ cup BBQ sauce
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½ cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)
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¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
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Cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
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In a skillet, melt cream cheese with BBQ sauce and broth over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
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Stir in drained tomatoes, shredded chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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Combine sauce with cooked pasta in a large bowl. Mix well.
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Pour mixture into baking dish. Top with cheeses, green onions, and bacon if using.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
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Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.