Pesto Pasta with Crispy Parmesan Chicken
A heartwarming dish featuring vibrant pesto pasta paired with crispy, cheesy chicken, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or spaghetti)
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in a bowl.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Coat the chicken with the breadcrumb and cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, drain, and return to the pot.
- Add the pesto sauce to the drained pasta and toss to coat.
- Slice the crispy chicken and serve it on top of the pesto pasta, garnishing with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, mix different cheeses or include sun-dried tomatoes in the pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 70mg