Spaghetti con Pollo is a popular dish in Central America, combining the classic Italian flavors of spaghetti with the bold and zesty flavors of Central American cuisine. This dish is a delicious and easy-to-make one-pot meal, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, Spaghetti con Pollo is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SPAGHETTI CHICKEN PARMESAN
"I like to make this yummy recipe when I have extra spaghetti sauce on hand," comments Margie Eddy from Ann Arbor, Michigan. "The herbed coating on the tender chicken gets nice and golden," she adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon oregano, basil, salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, combine egg and water. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture. , In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes on each side. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine spaghetti sauce, garlic salt and remaining 1/2 teaspoon oregano. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Spoon over chicken; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese. Serve with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
SPAGHETTI CON POLLO (CHICKEN)
My father-n-law, from Nicaragua, taught this to my Hubby who then taught it to me. It's one of the family favorites.
Provided by Dookie007
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chicken in a large pot, fill with water and bring to a boil.
- Boil for about 20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the water and set aside to cool off a bit. DO NOT discard water.
- Bring the same water to a boil cook your pasta in it as directed on box.
- Once pasta is cooked remove from water and set aside.
- Once chicken is cool enough to handle shred it.
- In a large pot on medium high heat melt the margarine an sauté the pasta for about 2 minutes.
- Mix in chicken and stir well.
- Mix in the ketchup and stir well.
- Mix in the remainder ingredients and stir well. (You may not think the whole bag of cream is necessary).
- You may need to add a bit of water, about 1/4 cup, because you don't want your pasta to look dry nor too soupy.
- Once everything is mixed well cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- ENJOY.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 940.7, Fat 45.7, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 178.6, Sodium 721.2, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 10.6, Protein 60.4
SPAGHETTI CON POLLO (CENTRAL AMERICAN CHICKEN AND SPAGHETTI)
Simple and delicious. My grandmother made this alot when I was growing up and I still can't get enough of them.
Provided by Chef Sarita in Aust
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to directions on package.
- In a large pot on medium high heat, melt butter. Add onions, bell pepper and saute for about 3 minute or until translucent.
- Add cooked chicken and stir for about 1 minute Add the tomato sauce, cumin, salt and water (for 16 oz water, just fill the same can(s) tomato sauce and fill with water). Stir for about 3 minute.
- Add sour cream and mix well for about 5 minutes or until sour cream has completly dissolved.
- Add spaghetti and let simmer for about 10 minute It can be serve with white rice if you desire.
PUERTO RICAN CHICKEN WITH SPAGHETTI
Steps:
- In a large pot, add 8 cups of water and bring to a boil to cook the pasta. Cook the pasta per package instructions, and then drain and set aside. Drizzle with a bit of olive to prevent it from sticking while you make the sauce.
- Heat a saute pan on medium heat.
- Season the chicken with the adobo, sazon, sofrito & oregano.
- Add the olive oil to the saute pan and add the seasoned chicken.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and fragrant.
- Add the jar of La Famiglia DelGrosso pasta sauce and ketchup, stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the pasta to the sauce and toss together to coat the noodles with your sauce.
- Portion out the pasta into 4 dishes and sprinkle with cilantro to garnish. Serve hot.
CHICKEN BROCCOLI SPAGHETTI
Jeanette Fuehring's cheesy chicken and broccoli dish makes enough for two meals. "I serve one casserole for supper the night I make it and freeze the other for a quick dinner later," says the Concordia, Missouri cook.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place chicken in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-14 minutes or until no longer pink. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Drain chicken and cut into cubes; set aside., In a Dutch oven, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add broccoli; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. In the same pan, combine soups and water. Stir in cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in the chicken, broccoli, pepper and spaghetti., Transfer to two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Bake remaining casserole, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until lightly browned and edges are bubbly., To bake frozen casserole: Completely thaw in the refrigerator. Cover and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 28 g fat (14 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117 mg cholesterol, Sodium 1,707 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71 g carbohydrate, Fiber 3 g fiber, Protein 50 g protein.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
- If you don't have spaghetti, you can use any other type of pasta, such as penne, macaroni, or linguine.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of vegetables in the recipe to your liking.
- If you want a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti con Pollo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this Central American classic is a great choice for busy cooks who want a quick and satisfying meal. So, next time you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner, give Spaghetti con Pollo a try!
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