Description
Dive into the rich and spicy flavors of this Creamy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Spaghetti. Tender chicken pieces meld with zesty jalapeños, creamy cheeses, and a hint of green chilies for a comforting pasta dish that’s bursting with bold, irresistible taste. Perfect for those who love a little heat with their creamy comfort food!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup chopped pickled jalapeños
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Spaghetti: Prepare spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add Chilies & Broth: Stir in diced green chilies, Rotel, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Melt Cream Cheese: Reduce heat to low. Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add Cheeses & Jalapeños: Stir in cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and chopped pickled jalapeños until melted and well combined.
- Season & Combine: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more pickled jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg