Southern Style Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Southern Style Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delightful blend of tender chicken and rich, creamy sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. This comforting dish combines the flavors of parmesan cheese and spices, making it a family favorite for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the level of spiciness. Whether served in a cozy bowl or presented elegantly on a plate, this creamy pasta is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken cutlets or tenders
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream or canned coconut milk
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- Cajun seasoning
- Crushed red pepper flakes for spice
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Combine Panko and ½ cup parmesan in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken pieces in the mixture and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté onions until soft, then add bell peppers and garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cajun seasoning, then mix in milk and cream with cream cheese; whisk until smooth and simmer until thickened.
- In another skillet, heat oil and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides; slice after resting.
- Stir remaining parmesan into the sauce, toss with pasta, garnish with parsley, and serve topped with sliced chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg