Penne Typical With Breaded Chicken Recipe
Breaded chicken, garlic & spinach in our FAMOUS typical cream sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Penne Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Flatten the chicken breasts slightly for even cooking. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest.
- 5
Sauté Garlic and Spinach
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- 6
Make the Cream Sauce
Lower the heat and add the heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine with the garlic and spinach. Let it simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Combine and Serve
Add the cooked penne to the cream sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Slice the breaded chicken and place on top of the pasta. Serve warm.
