Crispy Parmesan Chicken Cutlet with Creamy Pasta & Broccolini
This crispy parmesan chicken cutlet paired with creamy high-protein pasta and tender broccolini is the perfect balanced comfort meal. It delivers restaurant-quality flavor with a healthier, protein-packed twist.
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create thin cutlets. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- Bread the Chicken: In one bowl, beat the egg. In another, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dip each cutlet into egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, reserving some pasta water before draining.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pot, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in Greek yogurt, parmesan, and pasta water until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Pasta: Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Broccolini: Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté broccolini with salt for 3 to 4 minutes until tender but vibrant.
- Assemble the Plate: Plate creamy pasta, top with sliced crispy chicken cutlet, finish with extra parmesan, and serve broccolini on the side.
Nutrition
Notes
- Keep chicken separate to maintain crispiness
- Reheat pasta with a splash of water to loosen sauce
- Swap pasta for high-protein pasta for extra protein
- Store broccolini separately to avoid sogginess
- Slice chicken fresh when serving for best texture
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