Description

Indulge in the perfect combination of crispy chicken and creamy pasta with this delightful recipe. Juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust, served over a bed of rich, Parmesan-laden pasta. A satisfying and flavorful dish that is sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

For the Crispy Chicken:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Creamy Pasta:

8 ounces fettuccine or penne
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Crispy Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Marinate in buttermilk. Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in breadcrumb mixture. Cook in olive oil until golden brown.
Creamy Pasta: Cook pasta. Sauté garlic in butter. Add cream and chicken broth; simmer. Stir in Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Toss drained pasta with sauce. Serve chicken over pasta. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

You can bake or air fry the chicken for a lighter version.
Add steamed broccoli or spinach to the pasta for a veggie boost.