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Crispy Chicken with Creamy Pasta

Crispy Chicken with Creamy Pasta

This recipe offers a fantastic interplay of textures and flavors, from the crispy exterior of the chicken to the creamy, cheesy pasta that serves as its bed. It's a dish that's sure to impress and provide comfort with every bite.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 pound penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Breading Station: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
  4. Cook Pasta: Boil penne until al dente, drain, and set aside.
  5. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until sauce is creamy.
  6. Combine: Toss pasta with the cream sauce. Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Serve: Slice chicken and arrange over pasta. Garnish with additional parsley.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes