Description
Crispy chicken with creamy pasta promises a delightful culinary journey through Italian-inspired comfort. Rich parmesan sauce and golden-brown chicken create a perfect harmony of flavors that will satisfy your dinner cravings.
Ingredients
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Crispy Chicken:
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 3–4 tablespoons olive oil
Creamy Pasta:
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Seasoning and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing Ingredient:
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by gently pounding the breasts to ensure uniform thickness, creating an even cooking surface.
- Establish a three-stage breading setup: flour for initial coating, whisked eggs for adhesion, and seasoned breadcrumb mixture for crispy exterior.
- Methodically dredge each chicken piece through the flour, immerse in beaten eggs, then thoroughly coat with seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to secure the breading.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium temperature (around 350°F), creating a golden, crisp exterior for the chicken.
- Carefully place breaded chicken into the hot skillet, cooking approximately 4-5 minutes per side until achieving a deep golden-brown color and reaching 165°F internal temperature.
- Remove chicken and allow to rest on a warming plate while maintaining its crispness.
- Simultaneously prepare pasta in rapidly boiling, salted water, cooking until perfectly al dente with a slight resistance when bitten.
- Reserve a small amount of starchy pasta water before draining, which helps create a silky sauce texture.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and quickly sauté minced garlic until fragrant, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, bringing to a gentle simmer and incorporating Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until achieving a smooth, luxurious consistency.
- Combine cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, gently tossing to ensure complete coverage, using reserved pasta water if needed to adjust sauce consistency.
- Plate the creamy pasta and crown with the crispy chicken, garnishing with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately to preserve the chicken’s crispness and pasta’s optimal temperature.
Notes
- Achieve uniform chicken thickness by gently pounding breasts between plastic wrap for even cooking and crispy texture.
- Create a textured breading by pressing breadcrumb mixture firmly onto chicken, ensuring a crunchy, well-adhered coating that won’t fall off during cooking.
- Prevent soggy breading by using a hot skillet with just enough oil to create a golden, crisp exterior without excess greasiness.
- Customize the dish by substituting breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond meal or crushed pork rinds for low-carb and keto-friendly options.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 840 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 53 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 33 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 54 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg