Description
Comforting chicken parmesan pasta brings Italian-inspired flavors to your dinner table with crispy chicken and melted cheese. Creamy sauce and perfectly seasoned ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Pasta and Base:
- 1 lb penne pasta or linguine
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin, uniform strips, ensuring even cooking and tender texture.
- Create a seasoning blend by mixing parmesan, breadcrumbs, dried basil, and oregano in a shallow dish.
- Coat each chicken strip thoroughly in the seasoned mixture, pressing gently to help crumbs adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully place breaded chicken strips into the hot skillet, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken and set aside, keeping warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Pour marinara sauce and chicken broth into the skillet, stirring to combine and scrape up any browned bits.
- Cook pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Layer chicken strips over the sauced pasta, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover skillet and let cheese melt for 2-3 minutes over low heat.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Ensure chicken strips are uniformly sliced to guarantee even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for crispier coating that adheres better and provides superior texture compared to store-bought options.
- Pat chicken strips dry before breading to help seasoning mixture stick more effectively and create a crunchier exterior.
- Adjust spice levels by incorporating red pepper flakes or cayenne into the seasoning blend for those preferring extra heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg