Johnson's Creamy Chicken Pasta with Garlic Herb Sauce

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Tender chicken breast cubes simmered in a rich garlic-herb cream sauce over perfectly cooked spaghetti, ideal for weeknight dinners. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz chicken cubes and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1/2 cup diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp dried rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Add drained spaghetti and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water to the skillet, then toss with 12 oz cooked chicken until coated. Cook for 1 minute until heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Johnson's Creamy Chicken Pasta with Garlic Herb Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Johnson's Creamy Chicken Pasta with Garlic Herb Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Johnson's Creamy Chicken Pasta with Garlic Herb Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Johnson's Creamy Chicken Pasta with Garlic Herb Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Johnson's Creamy Chicken Pasta with Garlic Herb Sauce?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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