Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken over Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta brings Italian-inspired comfort to dinner tables with irresistible flavor. Crunchy golden chicken nestles atop silky pasta, promising a delightful meal that satisfies both elegance and hearty hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced in half
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta of choice (e.g., thin spaghetti)
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated parmesan, plus additional for pasta
Breading and Coating:
- ½ cup (60 grams) italian bread crumbs
- ¼ cup (30 grams) flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Sauce and Finishing Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) butter, divided
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet by melting of butter over medium heat, creating a golden cooking surface.
- Create two separate shallow dishes: in one, melt the remaining of butter, and in the other, mix bread crumbs, of parmesan cheese, and all-purpose flour until evenly combined.
- Carefully dredge each chicken breast through the melted butter, ensuring complete coverage, then thoroughly coat with the seasoned bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to help the coating adhere.
- Gently place the breaded chicken into the preheated skillet, cooking each side for 3-4 minutes until the exterior turns golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the pasta according to package instructions in a separate pot, then drain thoroughly in a colander.
- In a medium skillet, whisk together heavy whipping cream, additional parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, creating a smooth sauce.
- Simmer the sauce over medium-high heat, stirring continuously until it thickens and develops a rich, creamy consistency.
- Gently fold the cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand is evenly coated.
- Plate the creamy pasta as a base, then top with the crispy parmesan chicken, and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Crisp up chicken perfectly by using a combination of butter-dipped coating and bread crumb mixture for maximum golden-brown texture.
- Ensure even cooking of chicken by maintaining medium heat and flipping each side for 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Create a luxurious lemon garlic cream sauce by whisking parmesan, cream, and seasonings over medium-high heat until it reaches a rich, velvety consistency.
- Achieve restaurant-quality flavor by using freshly grated parmesan cheese instead of pre-packaged grated cheese for deeper, more authentic taste.
- Save time by preparing sauce and coating ingredients while pasta is cooking to streamline the entire meal preparation process.
- Elevate the dish’s presentation by garnishing with fresh chopped parsley, adding a pop of color and bright herbaceous notes to the final plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 585 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg