Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Penne in Creamy Garlic Sauce 🍗🧀🍝


 

This restaurant-worthy dish combines crispy, golden Parmesan-crusted chicken with tender penne pasta smothered in a velvety garlic cream sauce. It’s easy enough for weeknights but fancy enough for date night—pure comfort food magic!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️

✅ Crispy, cheesy chicken – A texture lover’s dream!
✅ Creamy, garlicky pasta – Rich but not overly heavy.
✅ One-skillet sauce – Minimal cleanup.
✅ 30-minute meal – Faster than takeout.


Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒

For the Parmesan-Crusted Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally

  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ cup (60g) Panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1 egg, beaten

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Penne & Cream Sauce:

  • 8 oz (225g) penne pasta

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream

  • ½ cup (120ml) chicken broth

  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan

  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for brightness)

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)



Step-by-Step Instructions 👩‍🍳