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Creamy Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic White Sauce

Easy Creamy Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic White Sauce

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Creamy chicken spaghetti in silky garlic‑Parmesan white sauce, tossed with tender chicken and spaghetti for an easy, indulgent weeknight meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword chicken spaghetti, creamy chicken spaghetti, garlic white sauce, italian pasta recipe, spaghetti
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 1 large pot (for pasta)
  • 1 large skillet or frying pan (10-12 inches)
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • whisk
  • Meat thermometer (optional but helpful)
  • Colander or pasta strainer
  • Serving bowls or plates
  • Tongs or pasta fork

Ingredients

  • 750 g boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 cloves fresh garlic minced (divided: 6 for initial cooking, 2 for sauce)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp cream cheese
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch optional, for thicker sauce
  • 1 lb spaghetti pasta
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Extra Parmesan for topping

Instructions

  • 1. Boil salted water in a large pot. Pat chicken dry, pound to even thickness (1/2 inch), and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • 2. Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden. Rest for 2 minutes, then slice.
  • 3. Add spaghetti to boiling water. Cook 9-10 minutes until al dente. Save 1.5 cups pasta water before draining.
  • 4. In same skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant (don't brown).
  • 5. Add chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken.
  • 6. Stir in cream cheese, Parmesan, 2 minced garlic cloves, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth. Add cornstarch slurry if extra thickness needed.
  • 7. Add drained spaghetti and sliced chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Add pasta water as needed for consistency.
  • 8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.