Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Creamy Lemon Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced in half
• 6 T butter, divided
• 1/2 c Italian bread crumbs
• 1/2 c grated parmesan
• 1/4 c flour
• Creamy Lemon Pasta:
• 8 oz. pasta of choice
• 1/2 c heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
• juice of 1 lemon
• 1 t garlic powder
• 1/2 t salt
• 1/4 t pepper
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat melt 2 T butter. To make the chicken: melt remaining 4 T butter in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish combine bread crumbs, parmesan and flour. Dip the chicken in the butter and then coat in the bread crumb mixture and place in skillet.
2. Cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes until the outside is crispy and the chicken is cooked throughout.
3. Meanwhile cook the pasta according to package directions and drain. In a medium sized skillet add the heavy whipping cream, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Whisk together and cook over medium high heat until it starts to thicken. Remove from heat and add the pasta to coat in the sauce.
4. Serve the chicken with the pasta and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
5. Recipe: The Recipe Critic