This dish features crunchy breaded chicken paired with velvety pasta and flavorful dipping sauces, making for a comforting, satisfying meal that pleases the whole family.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
- Creamy pasta complements the crispy texture beautifully.
- Sauces add variety to each bite.
- Perfect for weeknights or casual dinners.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
Chicken:
chicken breasts or thighs
flour
eggs
breadcrumbs
salt
black pepper
paprika
vegetable oil
Pasta:
short pasta (penne or rigatoni)
butter
heavy cream
parmesan cheese
garlic powder
Directions
- Season flour with salt, pepper, and paprika. Coat chicken in flour, dip in egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden and cooked through. Drain.
- Boil pasta. In a pan, melt butter, add cream, garlic powder, and parmesan. Mix pasta with sauce.
- Serve with dipping sauces of choice.
Servings and timing
Serves 4. Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.
Variations
- Add herbs or cheese to the breadcrumb coating.
- Serve with ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce.
Storage/reheating
Store chicken separately and reheat in oven to crisp up.
FAQs
Can I bake the chicken?
Yes, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes.
What sauces work best?
Barbecue, garlic aioli, or sweet chili are great choices.
Can I use whole-wheat pasta?
Yes, or try zucchini noodles for a low-carb version.
Conclusion
Crispy breaded chicken with creamy pasta offers the perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it a comforting, satisfying dish for any meal.
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Crispy Breaded Chicken with Creamy Pasta and Dipping Sauces
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Description
Crispy Breaded Chicken with Creamy Pasta and Dipping Sauces features crunchy breaded chicken paired with velvety pasta and flavorful dipping sauces. A comforting and satisfying meal that pleases the whole family.
Ingredients
- Chicken:
- Chicken breasts or thighs
- Flour
- Eggs
- Breadcrumbs
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
- Vegetable oil
- Pasta:
- Short pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- Butter
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder
Instructions
- Season flour with salt, pepper, and paprika. Coat chicken in flour, dip in egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Boil pasta in salted water. In a pan, melt butter, then add cream, garlic powder, and parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and make a creamy sauce.
- Mix the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce.
- Serve the crispy chicken alongside the creamy pasta and your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding herbs or cheese to the breadcrumb coating.
- Pair with ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce for dipping.
- Store chicken separately from the pasta and reheat in the oven to keep the chicken crispy.
- For a lower-carb version, try zucchini noodles instead of pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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