Creamy Italian Herb Chicken Spaghetti with Grape Tomatoes

Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy chicken spaghetti that brings the flavors of Italy to your table. Tender chicken strips are seasoned with Italian herbs and paired with al dente spaghetti, all enveloped in a luscious cream sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. The addition of juicy grape tomatoes adds a burst of freshness, while a final sprinkle of scallions and Parmesan cheese creates a delightful finish.

This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner when you crave something hearty yet elegant. The sauce comes together quickly and the entire meal is ready in under 30 minutes. Serve it with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete Italian-inspired feast.

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Ingredients

4 ounce Grape TomatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Chicken Breast StripsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Italian SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 ounce SpaghettiView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Cream Sauce BaseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Cream CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Parmesan CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Wash and dry all produce. Halve the grape tomatoes lengthwise. Trim and thinly slice the scallions, separating the white parts from the green tops. Peel and mince or grate the garlic.
2. Pat the chicken breast strips dry with paper towels and season all over with half of the Italian seasoning (you’ll use the rest later), salt and pepper. Heat a large drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring, until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes. Turn off the heat; transfer the chicken to a plate. Wipe out the pan.
3. Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti to the pot. Cook until al dente, 9-11 minutes (you’ll start the tomatoes after 5 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti well.
4. After the spaghetti has cooked for 5 minutes, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the pan used for the chicken over medium-high heat. Add the halved tomatoes, scallion whites and garlic; cook until the garlic and scallions are softened and fragrant, 1-2 minutes. If the mixture begins to brown too quickly, reduce the heat to medium.
5. Reduce the heat under the pan with the tomato mixture to medium. Add the cream sauce base and the remaining Italian seasoning. (Tip: Cut the top off the cream sauce base carton to open it fully; transfer the contents using a spoon or spatula to scrape the sauce from the carton sides.) Stir in the cream cheese and bring to a simmer; cook until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Add the drained spaghetti and cooked chicken to the pan with the sauce; stir until coated and creamy, adding splashes of the reserved pasta cooking water as needed. Stir in half of the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Divide the chicken spaghetti between bowls. Sprinkle with the scallion greens and the remaining Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of pasta?

Yes, you can substitute spaghetti with other long pasta like linguine or fettuccine. Adjust cooking time according to package directions.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of water or milk to refresh the sauce.

Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Absolutely! Omit the chicken and add more vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini. You can also use a plant-based chicken substitute.