Chicken Spaghetti
Chicken spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any dining table. This creamy, savory dish features tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and pasta enveloped in a rich sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz spaghetti (or whole wheat)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, cook chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove chicken and sauté garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add canned tomatoes and their juice; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce along with Italian seasoning; combine well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg