Categories: Pasta
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup Panko
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 3 tsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 20 oz. package cooked tortelloni
- 4 lemon wedges
- 8 roasted garlic cloves
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Directions
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Flatten the chicken breasts between 2 sheets of plastic wrap by pounding gently until chicken is approx. 1/2" thick.
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In a flat-bottom bowl, whisk the eggs and mix together.
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Mix breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Transfer to a flat plate.
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Dredge the chicken in flour, coating both sides. Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture, coating both sides. Dredge in breadcrumb mixture, coating completely on both sides. Set aside.
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Melt the butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add flour and stir well until blended.
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Add the wine, broth, cream and cheese and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until mixture starts to thicken. Add roasted garlic, pepper, and salt. Stir until well blended.
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Add tomatoes and spinach to sauce and allow to simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken to the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until both sides are golden brown.
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Add pasta to sauce and blend well.
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Transfer chicken to a large platter and garnish with the parsley and lemon wedges. Serve with the pasta.