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Cherry Tomato Spaghetti with Fried Chicken Cutlet
This dish combines the comforting flavors of spaghetti in a rich tomato and garlic sauce with a crispy fried chicken cutlet. It's a perfect balance of savory, crispy, and fresh elements, elevated from a simple comfort food to a special meal. The spaghetti is tossed with sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, while the chicken cutlet is breaded and fried to golden perfection, offering a delightful texture contrast. This recipe is ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
#Spaghetti
#Chicken Cutlet
#Cherry Tomato
#Fried Chicken
#Comfort Food
#Italian
#Dinner
#Easy Meal
#Pasta
#Crispy Chicken
Plated Cherry Tomato Spaghetti with Fried Chicken Cutlet
Recipe Information
15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
2
Servings
Medium
Italian-American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
750
Calories
45g
Protein
70g
Carbs
35g
Fat
Close-up of Crispy Fried Chicken Cutlet
Ingredients
Servings: 2
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Spaghetti tossed with vibrant Cherry Tomato Sauce
Instructions
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- Prepare the chicken cutlets: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.5m
Preview5mPreviewPrepare the chicken cutlets: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper. - Set up a breading station: Place flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in a second, and panko breadcrumbs in a third. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs.5m
Preview5mPreviewSet up a breading station: Place flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in a second, and panko breadcrumbs in a third. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs. - Fry the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F / 175°C). Carefully place breaded chicken cutlets in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack to drain.8m
Preview8mPreviewFry the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F / 175°C). Carefully place breaded chicken cutlets in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack to drain. - Cook the spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.10m
Preview10mPreviewCook the spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. - Prepare the tomato sauce: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a separate large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add halved cherry tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften and burst.8m
Preview8mPreviewPrepare the tomato sauce: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a separate large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add halved cherry tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften and burst. - Combine spaghetti with sauce: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the cherry tomato sauce. Toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. Stir in fresh basil.3m
Preview3mPreviewCombine spaghetti with sauce: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the cherry tomato sauce. Toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. Stir in fresh basil. - Serve: Divide the cherry tomato spaghetti among plates. Slice the fried chicken cutlets and place them on top of or alongside the spaghetti. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil, if desired.2m
Preview2mPreviewServe: Divide the cherry tomato spaghetti among plates. Slice the fried chicken cutlets and place them on top of or alongside the spaghetti. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil, if desired.
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