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This Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta Recipe is a favorite in our home. It’s quick & easy, perfect for busy weeknight dinners!

Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta

Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta 

It’s no secret that the guys in my house LOVE Pasta!

I’m always looking for new ways to prepare Easy Chicken Pasta Recipes, to keep a variety in my meal plan rotation.

This Chicken and Pasta Recipe is very quick and easy to prepare, ideal for busy weeknights.

Whisking Eggs

First, gather all of your ingredients so everything is handy as you prepare the dish.

Cooked Angel Hair PastaPrepare one package of Angel Hair pasta according to package directions, and set aside to cool.

Flour in a bowl

In a mixing bowl or on some wax paper, spread out some flour to dredge the chicken in.

I sprinkle some salt & pepper in with the flour, to taste.

Dredging chicken in scrambled egg

Next to that, scramble some eggs in a bowl that is large enough to dip the chicken tenders in. 

Breadcrumbs in a bowl

Next to that, have a third bowl with your Parmesan Cheese and Bread Crumbs mixed together.

Breading Chicken Tenderloins

Take the chicken and dredge it in the flour, then egg mixture, then flour again, then breadcrumbs.

Breaded Chicken Tenderloins

Set to the side until all tenderloins are covered.

Frying Chicken Tenderloins

Then add to the hot EVOO pan and cook on each side until done. 

*I like to cook mine slowly and thoroughly, so I turn the heat down to med-high and cook about 5-6 mins on each side.

Cooked Chicken Tenderloins

I think it makes it more tender and retains the flavor, and we don’t take any chances around here with undercooked chicken!*

***Check the chicken temperature with a food thermometer. You want a temperature of 165+***

Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta

While the chicken is cooking, take another saucepan and add some EVOO and your minced garlic.

When it is hot, add the pasta and stir until well coated with EVOO and garlic.

*I actually prefer to make this with day old pasta, I think it cooks better.

Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta

So, if we have spaghetti one day, I will make extra angel hair, and put it in the fridge overnight, and that is one less step the next day when I make this!*

When all is cooked, pile some pasta on a plate and top with a couple of tenderloins.

Add some Parmesan cheese, and garlic bread on the side and…..voila! Dinner is served;)

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Yield: 4 servings

Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta

Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta

This Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta Recipe is a favorite in our home. It's quick & easy, perfect for busy weeknight dinners!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • One package Angel Hair Pasta
  • Chicken Tenderloins
  • 4 large eggs
  • Parmesan cheese
  • about 2 cups All Purpose Flour
  • about 1 cup Bread Crumbs Italian, plain, etc
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil EVOO
  • 5-6 cloves fresh garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare one package of Angel Hair pasta according to package directions, and set aside to cool.
  2. Break the eggs into a bowl and stir them up.
  3. Lay out some waxed paper and make one pile of flour, I like to add some black pepper and the Parmesan cheese. Add some black pepper and Parmesan cheese to the flour mixture.
  4. Make another pile of bread crumbs
  5. Take the chicken and dredge it in flour, then egg, then flour, then breadcrumbs, and set to the side until all tenderloins are covered.
  6. Heat some EVOO in a pan large enough to hold all the tenderloins until hot.
  7. Add chicken to the hot EVOO pan and cook on each side until done.
  8. While the chicken is cooking, take another saucepan and add some EVOO and your minced garlic. When it is hot, add the pasta and stir until well coated with EVOO and garlic. 
  9. When all is cooked, pile some pasta on a plate and top with a couple of tenderloins. Top with some parmesan cheese, and garlic bread on the side.

Notes

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1 Chicken Tender, 1/2 cup pasta
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 552Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 197mgSodium: 311mgCarbohydrates: 81gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 22g

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© Karen Puleski
Cuisine: Italian / Category: 30 minutes or less
Chicken Tenderloins and Garlic Pasta

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Originally Posted Dec 27, 2011. Photos, video, and post updated July 21, 2020.

Comments

  1. Debbie says

    I made this tonight and the whole family was pleased. I added a little dried oregano and basil, salt and garlic powder to the flour with black pepper and parmesan. And to simplify, I removed the cooked chicken and cooked the garlic in the same skillet, then tossed in the pasta, spritzed with fresh lemon and topped with parmesan, fresh parsley and the chicken. Thank you for this great recipe idea!

  3. Crystal Todd says

    I cooked this for dinner tonight using all your ingredients except I added a little different touch. I squeezed a lime over my chicken and noodles once cooked. It was fantastic! Simple and easy recipe.

  6. Kat Emerick says

    This looks awesome! I copied the recipe to make for this weekend! Thanks so much!

  7. Richard Hicks says

    Looks totally delish. I think I might be able to do it with the great photos you provided

  9. Sarah Hayes says

    this looks so good! so easy to make too. i could def go for some of this right now, even thought its really late at night haha

  15. Marisa Johnson says

    Thank you for making this recipe so simple. It’s looks very yummy, and I’m looking forward to making it soon. I also made sure to Pin It!

  18. Priscilla says

    I am such a pasta lover and I’m always looking for new ways to enjoy it. This dish looks delicious. Love quick, easy dinners!

  19. Rebecca DeCamp Bryant says

    Wow, that looks so good I am going to make it for dinner tomorrow evening. Thanks for the awesome recipe. I pinned it, shared it on G1 and liked on FB.,

  20. michelle oakley warner says

    wow this looks so good, im going to try this out, awsome recipe thanks

  23. Dianna Thomas says

    Yup! Its making me hungry too– I love pasta–and seems easy enough I could do this too

  27. Reid says

    This looks so good! It has my 3 favorite things: chicken, pasta, and garlic. I so can’t wait to try this! Thank for the share! Posted to PInterest:

  30. Krystle Kouture (@KrystleKouture) says

    This looks delicious! Anything with garlic in it is a winner in our house.

  33. Camille @ Growing Up Gabel says

    Oh my that looks delicious! I have some chicken thawed in the fridge so guess what we’re having for dinner.

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