Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken
Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the family together for a satisfying meal any night of the week. This recipe features tender chicken coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, served over a bed of al dente pasta tossed in creamy basil pesto. Perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests, this dish can be made in just 30 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a gourmet experience right at home. The combination of textures and flavors makes each bite an irresistible delight. Add in your favorite vegetables or substitute proteins for even more versatility!
- 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 (such as spaghetti or penne)
- ½ cup basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- In a shallow bowl, combine grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in the mixture until fully covered.
- Fry chicken in the skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- While chicken cooks, boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain pasta and stir in basil pesto while still warm.
- Slice crispy chicken and serve over the pesto pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg