Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Chicken
Sun-Dried Tomato and Parmesan Chicken Pasta—an enticing blend of tender chicken cutlets, aromatic Italian seasonings, and rich, creamy tomato sauce. This savory masterpiece features golden-brown chicken, coated in a flavorful blend of grated parmesan, smoked paprika, and herbs, then bathed in a luscious sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, and velvety heavy cream. Tossed with vibrant baby spinach and served over a bed of perfectly cooked pasta, each bite promises a symphony of textures and tastes. Elevate your dining experience and bring the allure of a gourmet Italian meal to your table. Get ready to delight in a dish that marries simplicity with sophistication!
Servings 4
Ingredients
- Ingredients for the Chicken:
- - 2 large chicken breasts halved into thinner cutlets
- - 1 large egg beaten
- - ½ cup all-purpose/plain flour
- - ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- - Small pinch of salt
- - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- - Olive oil for frying
- Ingredients for the Sauce:
- - 2 cloves garlic minced
- - ½ cup drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- - 1 can tomato paste
- - 1 cup heavy cream
- - 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- - 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- - 2 cups baby spinach
- - Black pepper to taste
- - Fresh parsley for garnish
- - Pasta i used macaroni
Instructions
- **Prepare the Chicken:**
- - Begin by halving the two large chicken breasts into thinner cutlets.
- - Dip each chicken cutlet in the beaten egg, ensuring they are well-coated.
- - In a bowl, combine all-purpose/plain flour, grated parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning. Coat each chicken cutlet in this mixture.
- **Fry the Chicken:**
- - Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- - Fry the coated chicken cutlets on both sides until they achieve a golden brown color and are cooked through. Once cooked, set them aside.
- **Prepare the Sauce:**
- - In the same pan, add minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir and cook for a minute.
- - Pour in heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, and chicken broth. Let the mixture simmer until it slightly thickens.
- **Add Spinach and Season:**
- - Add baby spinach to the pan, cooking until it wilts.
- - Season the sauce with black pepper to taste.
- **Combine Chicken and Sauce:**
- - Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the pan, gently nestling them into the sauce.
- **Simmer and Garnish:**
- - Simmer the chicken in the sauce for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- - Garnish the dish with fresh parsley.
- **Serve Over Pasta:**
- - Prepare your preferred pasta (such as macaroni) according to package instructions.
- - Serve the delicious chicken and sauce mixture over the cooked pasta.
- **Enjoy:**
- - Garnish with additional grated parmesan cheese if desired and savor this flavorful dish!
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