Description
Enjoy this delicious Crispy Chicken Alfredo Pasta, a perfect blend of flavors and textures!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coat the chicken pieces in flour, ensuring each piece is well-covered.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet used for the chicken, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Add the cooked pasta to the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
- Top with the crispy chicken pieces.
- Final Touch:
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, toss the chicken pieces in panko breadcrumbs after coating them in flour.
- Ensure the Alfredo sauce is smooth by whisking continuously and avoiding high heat.
- Customize the dish by adding sautéed vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg