Lemon Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Crispy Chicken

Golden, juicy chicken on top of creamy lemon-garlic-parmesan pasta, this dish is pure comfort food with a zesty twist. The crispy chicken adds crunch, while the sauce is silky, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that tastes like a restaurant meal.

Author: Delicate Kitchen

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 451 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 - large chicken breast
½ tsp - salt
½ tsp - black pepper
½ tsp - paprika
½ tsp - oregano
½ tsp - garlic powder
1 pinch - MSG
1 tbsp - oil
⅔ cup - all-purpose flour
½ cup - milk
1 cup - panko breadcrumbs
1 cup - pasta of your choice
2 clove - garlic
1 tbsp - butter
¾ cup - heavy cream
¼ cup - milk
1 - lemon zest
½ - lemon juice
⅓ cup - Parmesan
salt & pepper
1 pinch - paprika & oregano

Instructions

Season chicken halves with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and a touch of MSG. Rub with a bit of oil.
Dredge in flour. Dip in milk. Coat in seasoned panko. Repeat milk and panko once more for extra crispiness.
Fry until golden brown and crisp. Do not cut immediately, let rest for 5 minutes so the inside cooks through and stays juicy.
Cook pasta until al dente. Save 50 ml of pasta water. In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream, milk, seasonings, lemon zest, and a splash of lemon juice. Stir gently. Mix in Parmesan until melted into a smooth sauce. Add pasta water if needed. Toss in the pasta until fully coated.
Slice the crispy chicken into strips. Place on top of the creamy pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan and lemon zest.

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