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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti

A creamy, comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Pasta & Sauce
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.25 cup pasta water reserved
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Whisk
  • Pot for pasta

Method
 

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in olive oil for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Melt butter in the same skillet and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add cream and simmer gently. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
  5. Toss spaghetti in sauce, adding pasta water to loosen if needed.
  6. Slice chicken and add to pasta. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the creamiest sauce. Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.