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Grilled Chicken Spaghetti

Grilled Chicken Spaghetti with Flavor-Packed Red Sauce

A delightful Grilled Chicken Spaghetti loaded with fresh vegetables and a hearty red sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts can be substituted with turkey or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter ghee can be swapped for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Italian Rub or a similar store-bought seasoning
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti or any pasta type, including gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Sliced Bell Peppers any variety of peppers
  • 1 cup Diced Onion or shallots as an alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrot zucchini or other veggies can be swapped
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce homemade or canned, crushed tomatoes are an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar can be replaced with honey or omitted
  • 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
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil optional garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your grill to a steady 300°F for even cooking.
  2. Inject chicken breasts with melted salted butter and coat with Italian rub.
  3. Grill the chicken for about 20 to 30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  6. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté bell peppers, onion, and carrot for 5 to 7 minutes.
  7. Add tomato sauce, brown sugar, and spices to the skillet and simmer for a few minutes.
  8. Combine drained spaghetti with the sauce, tossing to coat, and heat through for about 2 minutes.
  9. Serve the spaghetti topped with sliced grilled chicken and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 37gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to rest the chicken for better moisture retention. Prep veggies in advance for quicker dinner preparation.

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