What are chicken tenders?

A chicken tender is a piece of (yep!) tender white chicken meat underneath the chicken breast. Chicken tenders are usually covered in bread crumbs and breaded and then fried so they are crispy and crunchy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside.

Can I use a different kind of pasta?

You can! We recommend a short pasta (like penne or bowties or elbows) for easier eating.

Can this recipe be made ahead of time?

It can! All the way up to adding that last addition of cheese.Store it in the fridge, and when it is time for supper, bring it to room temperature, slowly reheat it on the stove, and then do the last step where you add the last of the cheese and cover it up to melt.

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Chicken Parmesan Pasta: A Twist on a Classic Dish

Chicken Parmesan Pasta

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This easy recipe for creamy chicken parmesan pasta blends the pasta right in with the cheesy chicken and tomatoes for a perfect comfort food supper!

Author: Kate Morgan Jackson
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1/2 pound short pasta like penne or campanelle, cooked and drained
1/2 pound chicken tenders, or boneless chicken breasts cut into small strips
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in halves
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups mozzarella, shredded
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
While the pasta is cooking, put the beaten egg in one shallow dish (a pie plate works great for this) and the breadcrumbs and Parmesan in another. Mix the breadcrumbs and cheese together. Dip each piece of chicken in the egg and then in the breadcrumbs.
Add half the olive oil to the skillet, heat over medium high heat and cook for 3 minutes or until golden, turning gently with tongs halfway through. Remove to a plate and add the rest of the oil to the skillet.
Add the cherry tomatoes and stir until softened, about a minute or two. Stir in cream, oregano and salt and pepper and bring to a simmer.
Add chicken and pasta and stir gently until everything is combined. Add one cup of mozzarella and stir again.
Top with the rest of the cheese, cover the pan, turn off the heat and let it sit for about 5 minutes until cheese on top is nice and melty. Garnish with parsley and more parmesan, scoop and serve!

Find it online: https://www.framedcooks.com/chicken-parmesan-pasta/