Parmesan Garlic Crusted Chicken with Garlic Alfredo Shells
The most creamy and delicious homemade garlic alfredo shells topped with crispy parmesan garlic chicken. This is an absolutely fantastic meal that will instantly become a family favorite!
Servings: 6 Chicken Pieces
Ingredients
Crispy Parmesan Garlic Chicken:
- 6 boneless skinless chicken cutlets, about 3 pounds
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon parsley
Creamy Garlic Alfredo Shells:
- 8 ounces pasta shells
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Parmesan Garlic Crusted Chicken:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a shallow bowl mix the ¼ cup melted unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. In another shallow bowl mix the ½ cup bread crumbs, ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon oregano, and ½ teaspoon parsley.
- Dip the chicken into the melted butter and then coat in the bread crumb mixture. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is cooked throughout and no longer pink.
Cooking Garlic Alfredo Shells:
- Meanwhile, cook the 8 ounces pasta shells until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, cook the ¾ cup heavy whipping cream and 4 ounces softened cream cheese together until smooth and melted. Add the 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Whisk in the ½ cup grated parmesan cheese and continue to cook over medium heat until heated throughout. Add the cooked pasta shells and toss until coated.
- Serve immediately with parmesan garlic chicken chopped on top. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Updated on June 9, 2020
Originally Posted on May 11, 2015
Nutrition
Calories: 677kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 711mg | Potassium: 826mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1120IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg
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