Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil

Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente

Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat

Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning

Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked

Remove chicken from pan and set aside

In the same pan, add butter and let it melt

Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–40 seconds until fragrant

Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes

Add heavy cream and stir well

Let the sauce simmer gently until slightly thickened

Add grated parmesan cheese gradually while stirring

Mix until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy

Add spinach (if using) and cook until wilted

Return cooked chicken to the pan and mix

Add cooked pasta and toss everything together

Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce

Taste and adjust seasoning

Cook for another 1–2 minutes until everything is well combined

Remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving

Serve hot with extra parmesan on top