My mother-in-law made this for dinner, and it was an absolute sensation, had to score the recipe
This delicious Italian Chicken Pasta features tender chicken pieces in a flavorful creamy tomato sauce, tossed with spaghetti noodles. It’s a satisfying and easy weeknight dinner recipe.
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Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets | 4-5 |
| All-purpose flour | ½ cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Italian seasoning | 2 tsp |
| Oil | 2 tbsp |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
For the Sauce:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onion, chopped | 1 |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Butter | 4 tbsp |
| Tomatoes, diced (small) | 2 |
| All-purpose flour | 1 tbsp |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| White wine | 1 cup |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | ½ cup |
| Italian seasoning | 1 tsp |
| Salt | ½ tsp |
| Red pepper flakes (optional) | ¼ tsp |
For Serving:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Spaghetti noodles (like linguine or fettuccine) | 12 oz |
| Extra Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Dredge the chicken cutlets in the mixture to coat evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the coated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Set the cooked chicken aside on a plate.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté the chopped onion until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
- Simmer the Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
- Thicken the Sauce: Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of flour and stir to coat the ingredients.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the white wine and simmer for a few minutes, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This deglazes the pan and adds depth to the sauce flavor.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Reduce heat to low, then add the heavy cream. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season and Finish: Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese, remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Cook the Pasta: While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain the pasta once cooked.
- Assemble and Serve: Add the cooked chicken back to the creamy tomato sauce. Toss the drained pasta with the sauce and chicken.
- Serve the Italian Chicken Pasta hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, if desired.
