Description
Southern Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken in a creamy, flavorful sauce enriched with tangy tomatoes and savory spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds. It’s easy to prepare, visually appealing, and incredibly satisfying—ideal for both picky eaters and seasoned food lovers alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz spaghetti pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with herbs optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Dice the onion and bell pepper; mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook the chicken until golden brown (6-7 minutes each side), ensuring fully cooked.
- Remove chicken and sauté onion and bell pepper in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and cream cheese; let simmer until combined.
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
- Mix spaghetti into the creamy sauce until well-coated.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese; cover for about 5 minutes to melt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added texture and nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or other vegetables. Substitute rotisserie chicken for a quick option or use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.