Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Basil Parmesan Pasta with Crispy Chicken, turkey slices, and Arugula—a dish that elevates your dinner experience with its creamy basil sauce and satisfying crunch. This recipe combines perfectly cooked spaghetti with tender chicken cutlets, enhanced by the fresh peppery notes of arugula and a hint of lemon. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this pasta dish is both comforting and impressive. In just 40 minutes, you can serve up a plateful of culinary goodness that will leave your family asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken cutlets
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 ½ cups fresh basil
- ¾ cup canned coconut milk
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups baby arugula
- Juice from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by dredging it in a mixture of Panko, parmesan, and onion powder.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil, then add butter, basil, red pepper flakes, broth, cream, and cream cheese. Simmer until thickened.
- Cook the chicken in another skillet until golden brown on both sides; slice into strips.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and stir in chopped parsley.
- Serve topped with crispy chicken strips, warm turkey slices, and a salad of tossed arugula seasoned with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg