Crispy Chicken With Creamy Pasta Recipe
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Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this Crispy Chicken with Creamy Pasta recipe. Golden, crunchy chicken is served alongside a rich, velvety pasta sauce, making every bite irresistible. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ยฝ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ยฝ cup chicken broth
- ยฝ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ยฝ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Flatten chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bread the Chicken: Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika. Dip chicken in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and sautรฉ garlic. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce. Serve with crispy chicken on top. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg