Description
Shrimp and Chicken Spaghetti is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that brings comfort food to a new level. This dish features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a savory garlic sauce, accompanied by succulent shrimp and tender chicken. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an impressive gathering with friends, this recipe guarantees satisfaction and unforgettable moments around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic, slice chicken into bite-sized pieces, and thaw shrimp if frozen.
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet.
- Add shrimp and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook until shrimp turns pink and tomatoes soften (3-5 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Combine with cooked spaghetti, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Stir in fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 325g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg