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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti

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A creamy, comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, fragrant garlic, and rich Parmesan, all tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti for a satisfying meal any night of the week.

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti: 12 ounces – the foundation of the dish, providing a perfect canvas for the sauce.
  • Chicken Breast: 1 pound, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized cubes for quick, even cooking.
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons – for searing the chicken and adding depth of flavor.
  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced – for a fragrant base.
  • Heavy Cream: 1 cup – creating the rich, velvety sauce.
  • Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup, freshly grated – for optimal melt and flavor.
  • Chicken Broth: 1/2 cup – to thin the sauce while adding savory depth.
  • Butter: 2 tablespoons – for extra richness and silkiness.
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon – to season the pasta water and enhance flavors.
  • Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon – for a gentle kick.
  • Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped – for a bright, fresh finish.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the spaghetti.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Dish: In the same skillet, add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Reduce heat to low and add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted into a smooth sauce. Return chicken to the skillet.
  6. Finishing Touches: Cook spaghetti until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain. Toss pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water if needed.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth texture.
  • Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of broth or cream.

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