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Grilled Chicken Spaghetti

Grilled Chicken Spaghetti: A Flavor-Packed Family Favorite

This Grilled Chicken Spaghetti combines smoky grilled chicken with a vibrant homemade red sauce for a comforting and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Marinate well for enhanced flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Melted for marinating.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Rub Store-bought or homemade.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti Traditional or whole wheat/gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Sliced, any sweet variety.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced, yellow or sweet.
  • 1 cup Carrot Shredded, or substitute with zucchini.
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Canned or homemade.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Enhances sauce flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar Balances acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Optional.

Equipment

  • grill
  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to a steady 300°F (150°C). Marinate chicken breasts in melted butter and Italian seasoning.
  2. Place seasoned chicken on the grill, cooking for 20–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Remove chicken, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add spaghetti, and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onions, bell peppers, and shredded carrots for 5–7 minutes.
  6. Stir in tomato sauce, salted butter, brown sugar, garlic, basil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
  7. Fold cooked spaghetti into the sauce, cooking for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  8. Serve spaghetti topped with sliced chicken and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. Customize the dish with your choice of vegetables.

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