Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Dish (Print-Friendly Version)

Juicy chicken and spaghetti blend in a creamy sauce with melted cheese and herbs for a quick comfort meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 285 grams uncooked spaghetti

→ Protein

02 - 340 grams chicken breast or chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Fats

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

04 - 0.5 medium onion, diced
05 - 3 medium garlic cloves, minced

→ Dairy

06 - 240 millilitres heavy cream or half & half
07 - 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 60 grams grated cheddar cheese

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
11 - 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
12 - 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

# Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions, typically 8–10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of cooking water.
02 - While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for approximately 5 minutes, until softened and lightly golden.
03 - Add the minced garlic and chicken pieces to the skillet. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook for 7–8 minutes, stirring, until the chicken is nearly cooked through.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Add heavy cream, grated Parmesan, grated cheddar, dried oregano, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir continuously to incorporate the cheeses and aromatics. Allow the sauce to gently simmer until slightly thickened.
05 - Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. Thin the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water if necessary. Serve immediately.

# Notes & Tips:

01 - For a baked version, transfer the prepared pasta to a greased baking dish, top with shredded mozzarella, and bake at 190°C for 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
02 - Customize with additional vegetables such as spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, or broccoli for enhanced flavor and nutrition.
03 - Swap cheeses according to preference—mozzarella, Gouda, or Colby Jack offer alternative flavor profiles.
04 - Rotisserie chicken, shrimp, or tofu can be used instead of chicken breast or thighs.

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