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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!