Crispy Chicken Fettuccine (Print Version)
Crunchy chicken breasts atop fettuccine coated in rich Alfredo sauce, blending texture with rich flavor.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Crispy Chicken
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4 thinly sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Vegetable oil for frying
→ Alfredo Pasta
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12 ounces fettuccine pasta
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 1/2 cups heavy cream
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1/2 cup reserved pasta water
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Arrange three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Allow to rest for 5 minutes to adhere properly.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to about half an inch depth. Fry chicken cutlets in batches until golden and cooked through, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and rest before slicing.
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Boil fettuccine in generously salted water until al dente. Reserve half a cup of the cooking water before draining
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Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Briefly sauté minced garlic until fragrant without browning. Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes, whisking constantly to prevent separation.
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Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust sauce consistency by slowly adding reserved pasta water.
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Add drained fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce and toss gently to coat evenly. Allow to simmer for 1 minute to meld flavors.
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Slice rested crispy chicken and arrange over the sauced pasta. Serve immediately to maintain texture contrast.
# Extra Tips & Details:
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Avoid overcrowding the pan during frying to maintain crispness. The sauce thickens as it cools; leave slightly thinner before serving. Reheat leftovers gently with cream and crisp chicken separately in the oven to restore texture.
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For a subtle flavor enhancement, a pinch of nutmeg can be added to the Alfredo sauce.
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Let breaded chicken rest before frying to improve crust adherence and prevent peeling.
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Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce texture, ensuring it coats pasta smoothly without being too thick.