Spaghetti with cheese and chicken

Ingredients (for 2-3 servings):
250g spaghetti

2 chicken breast fillets (approx. 300g)

Salt & pepper

1 tsp paprika

1 tbsp olive oil or butter

1 garlic clove (minced, optional)

200ml cream or milk (depending on desired creaminess)

100g grated cheese (e.g., Parmesan, Cheddar, or Gouda – or a mixture)

Fresh parsley or basil (optional)