Indulge in a comforting bowl of Italian Chicken Pasta, where tender chicken cutlets meet al dente spaghetti enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce. This dish marries the richness of heavy whipping cream with the zing of garlic and tomatoes, balanced perfectly by Italian seasoning and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Whether you’re preparing a cozy family dinner or impressing guests with a homemade Italian feast, this recipe promises to delight palates and evoke the inviting aromas of Italy’s finest kitchens.
Italian Chicken Pasta Recipe
Ingredients:
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets
- 12 oz spaghetti noodles
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp oil
For the sauce:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 2 small tomatoes, diced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Prepare the Spaghetti:
- Cook the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a Ziploc bag, combine ½ cup flour, 1 tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tsp Italian seasoning. Shake well to mix.
- Add the chicken cutlets to the bag, one at a time, and shake to coat evenly.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken cutlets to the skillet and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
