Crispy Chicken Alfredo Recipe

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⏱ Time

  • Prep: 20 minutes
  • Cook: 25 minutes
  • Total: ~45 minutes

🍽 Servings

  • 2–3 servings

📝 Ingredients

For the Crispy Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts (butterflied or sliced in half horizontally)
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crisp)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Alfredo Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • Optional: pinch of nutmeg

For the Pasta

  • 300 g (10 oz) fettuccine pasta
  • Salt (for pasta water)

Garnish (Optional)

  • Chopped chives or parsley
  • Extra Parmesan cheese

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Set up 3 bowls:
    • Bowl 1: flour
    • Bowl 2: eggs + milk (whisked)
    • Bowl 3: breadcrumbs + Parmesan
  3. Dredge chicken in flour → egg mixture → breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Press firmly so crumbs stick well.

2️⃣ Fry the Chicken

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Transfer to a paper towel and rest. Slice before serving.

3️⃣ Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil salted water.
  2. Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. Drain and set aside (reserve ½ cup pasta water).

4️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce

  1. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds (do not brown).
  3. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Stir in Parmesan gradually until smooth.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (optional).

5️⃣ Combine

  1. Add pasta to the Alfredo sauce.
  2. Toss gently until fully coated (add pasta water if needed).
  3. Plate pasta and top with sliced crispy chicken.
  4. Spoon extra sauce over chicken.

🌟 Pro Tips

  • Use fresh Parmesan (not pre-shredded) for a silky sauce.
  • Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.
  • For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken.

🔥 Optional Variations

  • Add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce
  • Use grilled chicken for a lighter version
  • Add chili flakes for heat

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