🍗 Crispy Chicken with Creamy Pasta 🍝

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this dreamy duo of golden, crispy chicken and lusciously creamy pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or a delightful family gathering!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
For the Creamy Pasta:
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish

For the Crispy Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Set up two bowls – one for the beaten eggs and another for a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Dip each chicken breast first in the egg, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and keep warm.
4. For the pasta, cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
5. Using the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes before stirring in Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the sauce thickens.
6. Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy sauce, ensuring it’s well coated.
7. Serve the pasta with a crispy chicken breast on top, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 785
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Protein: 55g
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
- Sodium: 892mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For an extra crispy chicken, ensure your oil is hot before adding the chicken to avoid it soaking up too much oil.
- If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute half of the heavy cream with chicken broth or milk.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Serving: 4