Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken with creamy mozzarella and Parmesan sauce enveloping spaghetti, perfect for a family dinner or date night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thick strips
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1½ cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the chicken strips with Italian seasoning and oregano, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Sauté the minced garlic in melted butter over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Cook the seasoned chicken strips until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Prepare spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Add heavy cream, whole milk, and cream cheese to the skillet with the chicken, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with the sauce, tossing until well-coated.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Notes
For make-ahead tips, you can season and sauté the chicken a few hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, creamy sauce, family dinner, comfort food