Description
This Crispy Chicken with Creamy Pasta is the ultimate comfort food—featuring golden, pan-fried chicken and a rich Parmesan cream sauce over your favorite pasta. Easy to prepare and full of cozy flavors, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp butter
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1 shallot, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
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1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
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Toss chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge in flour until fully coated.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté shallot and garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Toss gently to coat in sauce.
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Stir in parsley if using. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
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Add vegetables like peas, spinach, or broccoli for extra nutrition.
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Substitute shallot with regular onion if needed.
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Use pre-cooked chicken for an even quicker meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American