Crispy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo (Print Format)

Golden crispy chicken pairs perfectly with rich Alfredo sauce and tender fettuccine in this quick, satisfying main dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Crispy Chicken

01 - 4 thinly sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs, beaten
04 - 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ Alfredo Pasta

10 - 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
11 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
13 - 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
14 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
16 - 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

# Steps:

01 - Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
02 - Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Let rest for 5 minutes.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry breaded chicken cutlets in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and let rest before slicing.
04 - Boil fettuccine in generously salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining the pasta.
05 - Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic briefly until fragrant, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, whisking constantly.
06 - Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency.
07 - Add drained fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce and toss gently to coat evenly. Simmer for 1 minute to allow flavors to meld.
08 - Slice rested crispy chicken and arrange over the sauced pasta. Serve immediately to maintain textural contrast.

# Tips:

01 - Use reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce texture for optimal creaminess and adhesion to pasta.
02 - Let breaded chicken rest before frying to enhance coating adherence.
03 - Maintain consistent oil temperature to ensure crispy, non-greasy chicken.
04 - Allow chicken to rest after cooking before slicing to retain juices.
05 - A pinch of nutmeg in the Alfredo sauce enriches flavor without overpowering.

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