Description
Crispy chicken with creamy pasta delivers a perfect blend of textures and flavors from Italian culinary traditions. Savory chicken and rich sauce combine for a satisfying meal you’ll want to devour with enthusiasm.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
- 12 cup (120 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Tenderize chicken breasts to uniform thickness, ensuring even cooking and crispy texture.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by generously coating chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for depth of flavor.
- Develop a crispy coating by creating a three-stage breading process: dust chicken in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then roll in Parmesan-enhanced breadcrumbs.
- Prepare a skillet with a harmonious blend of olive oil and butter over medium heat, creating the perfect golden-brown environment.
- Fry chicken for approximately 3-4 minutes per side, achieving a crisp, golden exterior while maintaining juicy interior. Transfer to a waiting plate.
- Simultaneously cook pasta in generously salted water until al dente, preserving 1/2 cup of starchy cooking liquid before draining.
- Initiate sauce preparation by gently sautéing minced garlic in butter until aromatic and translucent.
- Craft a luxurious cream sauce by incorporating heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, allowing flavors to meld and simmer.
- Adjust sauce consistency by gradually introducing reserved pasta water, creating a silky, clinging texture.
- Enrobe pasta completely in the velvety sauce, ensuring each strand is thoroughly coated.
- Artfully arrange sliced crispy chicken atop the creamy pasta, creating an appealing presentation.
- Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and additional Parmesan, serving immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Achieve uniform chicken thickness by gently pounding between plastic wrap for even cooking and crispy texture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally, preventing dryness while guaranteeing food safety.
- Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a celiac-friendly version without compromising crispy coating.
- Allow chicken to rest after cooking to retain juices and maintain maximum tenderness before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 690 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 260 mg