Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
16 oz

Spaghetti

4 tbsp

Olive Oil

4 unit

Chicken Breasts

Skinless, Boneless

0.5 cup

Flour

1 unit

Egg

1 tbsp

Water

1 cup

Panko Breadcrumbs

0.5 cup

Parmesan Cheese

Grated

2 tbsp

Fresh Basil

Chopped

2 cup

Heavy Cream

0.5 cup

Parmesan Cheese

Grated

0.5 cup

Fresh Basil

Chopped

1 cup

Tomato

Chopped

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Cook spaghetti according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Prepare a breading station: Place flour (seasoned with salt and pepper) in a shallow bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

In another shallow bowl, whisk together egg and water.

Step 6
~3 min

In a third shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, salt, and pepper.

Step 7
~3 min

Coat each chicken breast by dredging in the flour, then the egg mixture, and finally the panko mixture.

Step 8
~3 min

Fry breaded chicken in the heated oil for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9
~3 min

While chicken is cooking, add heavy cream to a saucepan and heat over medium to medium-high heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup of chopped basil.

Step 12
~3 min

Drain the cooked spaghetti.

Step 13
~3 min

To assemble, place a serving of spaghetti on each of the four plates.

Step 14
~3 min

Top each serving of spaghetti with one piece of fried chicken.

Step 15
~3 min

Pour 1/4 of the basil cream sauce over each chicken breast.

Step 16
~3 min

Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of chopped tomato.

Step 17
~3 min

Garnish with additional chopped basil, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for faster and more even cooking.

Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the chicken.

Garnish with a squeeze of lemon juice for added brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular Italian-American dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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