Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken
Indulge in the comforting and flavorful delight of Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken, a dish that brings family and friends together around the table. With tender chicken coated in a crunchy Parmesan crust paired with vibrant pesto-coated pasta, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that’s not only satisfying but also packed with flavor. Get ready to impress everyone with this vibrant dish that will keep them coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- ½ cup basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Mix Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Coat chicken breasts in the mixture until well covered.
- Cook the chicken in the hot skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain pasta, return it to the pot, and toss with basil pesto until well coated.
- Slice crispy chicken and serve on top of the pesto pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg