Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta — A mouthwatering chicken and pasta dish with tender chicken bathed in a flavorful and creamy sauce served over spaghetti! Ideal for weeknight suppers or an intimate family meal, the recipe’s distinct Italian flavors is peppered with the creaminess of Parmesan and heavy cream.

The chicken gets tossed in a seasoned flour mixture before being pan-seared until golden, adding both flavor and a bit of crunch. After cooking, you use the same skillet to construct a sauce of butter and garlic, tomatoes and a splash of white wine, layering into a pillar of flavor that also has its aromatic back. Now, heavy cream, grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning bring home the sauce, which is creamy and tangy, with just enough spice from red pepper flakes.

After the sauce has thickened, the cooked spaghetti is tossed with it to absorb the flavors, and the chicken cutlets are tucked back into the skillet, waiting to be served. Topped with additional Parmesan, this Roman-based meal is just right when you want something rich and filling, but with a little sophistication. Serve piping hot and enjoy a plateful of warm and spicy flavors!

Why You’re Going to Love This Italian Chicken Pasta:

Rich and Creamy Sauce: The combination of Parmesan, cream and white wine creates a rich, savory sauce that clings to every strand of spaghetti.

Simple Ingredients: Most of the ingredients are staples in your pantry, but you would never know it from the taste of this Italian restaurant-quality dish.

Easy to Make Your Own: You can easily sub in a different type of pasta or add some more veggies to this dish if you want.

Comfort food: Creamy based pasta’s are a family favorite, And this one is so hearty and filling!

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Key Ingredients:

For the Chicken

Chicken Cutlets: Thin cutlets will help the chicken cook fast and evenly. If all you’ve got are thicker chicken breasts, you can slice them in half horizontally.

Flour Mixture: A seasoned flour coating contributes a light crust to the chicken, adding flavor while keeping the meat tender.

Italian Seasoning: Italian seasoning gives the chicken and the sauce classic Italian flavor with traditional herby base notes of basil, oregano, and thyme.

For the Pasta

Pasta type: One of the best things to make this dish is spaghetti, but you could also use linguine, fettuccine, any long pasta you have in kitchen.

Cooking Al Dente: As with the pasta, cook it only until al dente, since it will continue cooking in the sauce and absorb more flavor without getting mushy.

For the Sauce

White Wine: White cooking wine gives the sauce flavor. If you don’t want to use alcohol, use chicken broth — or part broth — for a similar depth.

Heavy Whipping Cream: This is what makes the sauce creamy and rich. For a more delicate sauce, you can use half-and-half in its place, but the sauce will be a bit thinner.

Parmesan Cheese: Shaved or freshly grated Parmesan incorporates seamlessly into the sauce, and adds a jolt of savory flavor. Skip pre-grated Parmesan, which doesn’t melt as evenly.

Red Pepper Flakes: They add just the right amount of heat without making the sauce too hot. Use less or more, depending on how much heat you like.

The full ingredient list with quantities and directions can be found in the recipe card below

How to Make Creamy Chicken and Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce

Step 1: Prepare the Pasta

Cook the Spaghetti Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Chicken

Season and Coat the Chicken: In a Ziploc bag combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken cutlets to the bag, seal the bag and shake to coat each piece evenly.

Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken cutlets and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. Transfer from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

Sauté the Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft. Fry them up with minced garlic and dice up some tomatoes and cook them briefly until aromatic, ~30s.

Thickening With Flour: Sprinkle the flour on top of the mixture and stir well until coated.

Add the Wine: Add in the white cooking wine and let simmer for a couple of minutes until the sauce gets a bit thick.

Season and Add Cream: Stir in Italian seasoning, salt and red pepper flakes. Whisk in the heavy whipping cream and the Parmesan cheese gradually, and cook to the desired thickness for the sauce.]

Step 4: Combine and Serve

Add in Pasta and Chicken: Toss the cooked spaghetti with the tomato cream sauce in the skillet. Nestle the chicken cutlets back into the skillet with the pasta and sauce.

Serve the dish hot, and top with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Serving Suggestions:

This Italian Chicken Pasta is so hearty on its own, but does great with a few sides:

Goes with Garlic bread: Garlic bread makes a perfect side to soak up the rest of the sauce.

Salad: A simple green salad drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette will help cut the richness of the dish.

Roasted Vegetables: Roasted asparagus, bell peppers or broccoli provide good color and taste.

Storage and Reheating Tips:

Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat: To reheat, add a splash of milk or cream to the pasta and warm in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally. Do not put in the microwave to reheat; this will dry out the sauce.

Freezing: The sauce by itself can be frozen for up to a month. Reheat the sauce on the stove and cook fresh pasta when you’re ready to eat.

Variations:

Add Veggies: For extra flavor and nutrition, sauté mushrooms, bell peppers or spinach with the onions.

Swap Protein: Replace the chicken cutlets with shrimp or Italian sausage for a different take.

Spicy Tomato Cream: Use more red pepper flakes, and add a pinch of cayenne to make it spicier.

Herb-Garlic Butter Chicken: Add fresh chopped herbs (think rosemary and thyme) to the flour mix before coating the chicken for a flavor bomb.

Conclusion:

This Italian Chicken Pasta in a creamy tomato sauce — such a comforting, homey, hearty, incredibly flavorful meal that’s easy enough to whip up on a weeknight! Whether you’re serving it for a family dinner or entertaining guests with it, it’s a show-stopper. So pour yourself a glass of wine, and grab a fork, and enjoy every creamy, cheesy, delicious bite!