Italian Chicken Pasta

Indulge in a comforting bowl of Italian Chicken Pasta, where tender chicken cutlets meet al dente spaghetti enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce. This dish marries the richness of heavy whipping cream with the zing of garlic and tomatoes, balanced perfectly by Italian seasoning and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Whether you’re preparing a cozy family dinner or impressing guests with a homemade Italian feast, this recipe promises to delight palates and evoke the inviting aromas of Italy’s finest kitchens.

Italian Chicken Pasta Recipe

Ingredients:

• 5 boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets
• 12 oz spaghetti noodles
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp oil

For the sauce:

• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 tsp minced garlic
• 2 small tomatoes, diced
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spaghetti:
   • Cook the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a Ziploc bag, combine ½ cup flour, 1 tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tsp Italian seasoning. Shake well to mix.
   • Add the chicken cutlets to the bag, one at a time, and shake to coat evenly.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the coated chicken cutlets to the skillet and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.