Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken

Name: Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 teaspoons garlic (finely minced); 3/4 cup pesto; 1 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 to 3/4 cup parmesan (more to taste); 2 tablespoons cream cheese; red pepper flakes (to taste); salt (to taste); black pepper (to taste); 16 ounces pasta (shape of choice); 2 chicken breasts (halved); oil for frying; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated parmesan; 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:30min

Pasta is the best dinner idea especially when it involves pesto and crispy parmesan chicken! This pesto pasta is insanely creamy, super vibrant and fresh, and the crispy chicken takes it to a whole another level. Even the pickiest of eaters will go back for seconds.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:31:13 GMT