Creamy Parmesan Spaghetti with Garlic Butter Chicken 🍝🧄

Some dinners deserve seconds—this is your next cheesy pasta favorite!

 Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips or cubes

12 oz spaghetti

2 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp unsalted butter

5 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp garlic powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup chicken broth

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

 How to Make It:

 Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining. This is the perfect start for an easy pasta dinner, quick family meal, and comfort food classic.

 Sear the Garlic Butter Chicken

Season the chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet, then cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Add the minced garlic during the last minute for an easy chicken dinner, restaurant-style meal, and weeknight favorite.

 Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Lower the heat and pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up the flavorful bits. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella until smooth and creamy. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed. This creates the best creamy pasta sauce, cheesy comfort food, and homemade Italian-inspired dinner.

 Combine Everything

Toss the cooked spaghetti into the creamy sauce until every strand is coated. Arrange the garlic butter chicken over the pasta and spoon extra sauce on top for an easy entertaining recipe, cheesy pasta favorite, and family dinner idea.

 Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and finish with a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve hot with garlic bread or a fresh salad for the ultimate cozy dinner recipe, crowd-pleasing meal, and restaurant-quality pasta.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Serving: 4 people

Calories: ~760 per serving | Protein: ~46g per serving