Monterey Chicken Skillet
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
58083 kcal
Monterey Chicken Skillet
Description
Monterey Chicken Skillet is a one-pan dinner blending shredded chicken with fusili pasta simmered in chicken broth and diced tomatoes with green chiles. The pasta absorbs the flavorful liquid, cooking to tender doneness while melding with the chicken’s texture. After simmering, BBQ sauce adds a tangy sweetness, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese melts over the top for creaminess. Crispy bacon crumbles contribute a smoky crunch, and sliced green onions garnish the finished dish with a fresh bite.
The cooking process involves boiling the ingredients covered until the pasta softens and the liquid is mostly absorbed, then finishing with sauce, cheese melting, and bacon topping. Preparation is straightforward and maximizes flavor by cooking components together.
This dish serves well as a comfort meal on its own, combining protein, starch, and flavorful accents. It suits casual dinners and can adapt if Rotel tomatoes are not available by substituting regular diced tomatoes with canned green chiles. The bacon can be cooked separately, saving time and texture contrast.
Additionally, slicing green onions on top before serving adds a mild sharpness balancing the richness. Leftovers can be reheated gently to maintain cheese melt and moisture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken $3.50, shredded pre-cooked, 1/2 rotisserie chicken
- 1 10 oz. can diced tomatoes with green chiles $0.99, Rotel brand
- 1/2 lb. fusili pasta $0.63
- 2 cups chicken broth $0.30
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce $0.36
- 1 cup Monterey jack cheese $1.24, shredded
- 3 lices Bacon $0.92
- 2 green onion $0.17, sliced
Instructions
- Place the chicken, pasta, and Rotel tomatoes (undrained) in a large skillet. Add two cups of chicken broth and stir to combine. Cover the skillet with a tight fitting lid, turn the heat on to high, and let it come to a boil. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, giving it a quick stir every 5 minutes or so.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a skillet until brown and crispy. Drain the cooked bacon on a paper towel, then crumble into pieces.
- After simmering for 15 minutes, the pasta should be tender and most of the liquid absorbed. If the pasta is still firm, let the skillet simmer for 5 more minutes. If the pasta is tender, but there is still a lot of liquid in the skillet, let it simmer without a lid for 5 more minutes.
- Once the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed, drizzle the BBQ sauce over top. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the BBQ sauce and cover the skillet with the lid. Leave the heat set on low and let the skillet sit for five minutes to melt the cheese. Once the cheese is melted, top with the crumbled bacon and sliced green onions, then serve.
Notes
- If Rotel tomatoes are unavailable, substitute with a 15-ounce can of diced tomatoes plus canned diced green chiles for similar flavor.
- Cook bacon until crispy, drain on paper towels, then crumble over the finished dish for texture contrast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 58083 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 580.83kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 46.93g | 16% |
| Protein | 42.15g | 84% |
| Fat | 24.53g | 38% |
| Sodium | 2083.13mg | 87% |
| Fiber | 2.03g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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