Chicken in a Basil Cream Sauce
Ingredients
16 oz. spaghetti
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1/2 c. flour
1 egg
1 c. panko or breadcrumbs
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tbs. chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
4 Tbs. olive oil
2 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. chopped fresh basil
1 c. chopped tomato
Additional chopped basil for garnish (optional)
Preparation
1
Cook spaghetti according to directions on package.
2
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in skillet over medium high heat. Remove chicken from package and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3
Prepare breading station: In one flat bowl, add 1/2 c. flour, salt and pepper. In another flat bowl, add egg and 1 Tbs. water and mix well. In the third flat bowl, add the panko, 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, 2 Tbs. chopped basil and salt and pepper.
4
Coat each piece of chicken by first dredging in flour mixture, next in egg mixture and finally in panko mixture.
5
Fry breaded chicken in oil 4-5 minutes per side.
6
While chicken is cooking, add heavy cream to saucepan and heat over medium-medium high heat until a small simmer begins. Immediately add 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese and stir to incorporate cheese.
7
Remove from heat and add basil.
8
Assemble the dish by placing a serving of pasta on the plate, top with one piece of chicken, pour 1/4 of sauce mixture over the top and sprinkle with 1/4 c. chopped tomato.
9
Garnish with additional chopped basil if desired.
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About
Chicken in a Basil Cream Sauce is the ultimate in flavorful comfort food!
Yield:
4 Servings
Added:
Sunday, September 1, 2013 - 5:59am
