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Creamy Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti with Dill

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A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a silky Parmesan cream sauce brightened with fresh dill. This flavorful spaghetti comes together in about 30 minutes and feels both indulgent and perfectly balanced.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season sliced chicken with salt and black pepper and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and let the sauce gently simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  7. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and add drained spaghetti. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  8. Stir in fresh dill and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired and serve.

Notes

  • Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for best flavor and texture.
  • Substitute shrimp for chicken for a seafood variation.
  • Add spinach or sautéed mushrooms for extra vegetables.
  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream.

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