Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken Recipe
This Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken recipe is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines the fresh flavors of basil pesto with crispy, tender chicken topped with golden parmesan. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pesto Pasta:
- 8 oz pasta
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Crispy Parmesan Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Pesto: In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with basil pesto, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Bread the Chicken: In a shallow dish, combine flour, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat again in the flour mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Slice the crispy Parmesan chicken and serve over the pesto pasta. Enjoy hot!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the pasta.
- Make sure the oil is hot before adding the chicken to ensure a crispy crust.
- Feel free to customize the dish with your favorite herbs or spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
