Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Butter Spaghetti

Ingredients (2–3 servings)

Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 3 tbsp olive oil

Spaghetti

• 250 g spaghetti

• 3 tbsp butter

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and pepper to taste

Roasted Tomato Topping

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp Italian herbs

Garnish

• Extra Parmesan cheese

• Fresh basil or parsley

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Instructions

1. Cook the Spaghetti

1. Boil salted water in a large pot.

2. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.

3. Drain and set aside.

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2. Prepare the Chicken

1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally to make thinner cutlets.

2. Season with salt and pepper.

Prepare three bowls:

• Bowl 1: flour

• Bowl 2: beaten eggs

• Bowl 3: panko + Parmesan + garlic powder + Italian seasoning

3. Coat chicken in flour → egg → breadcrumb mixture.

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3. Cook the Chicken

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

3. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

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4. Roast the Tomatoes

1. In a small pan sauté:

   • cherry tomatoes

   • olive oil

   • garlic

   • Italian herbs.

2. Cook 3–4 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices.

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5. Make Garlic Butter Spaghetti

1. Melt butter in a pan.

2. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.

3. Toss in spaghetti.

4. Add Parmesan and parsley, season with salt and pepper.

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6. Assemble the Dish

1. Plate the garlic butter spaghetti.

2. Place crispy sliced chicken on top.

3. Spoon roasted cherry tomatoes over the chicken.

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7. Garnish

Finish with:

• grated Parmesan

• fresh parsley or basil.

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⭐ Tips

• Add lemon zest to the pasta for brightness.

• Use air fryer at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for the chicken instead of frying.

• Mix cream into the pasta for a creamy version.