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
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.
First, gather all of your ingredients so everything is handy as you prepare the dish.
Prepare one package of Angel Hair pasta according to package directions, and set aside to cool.
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.
Next to that, scramble some eggs in a bowl that is large enough to dip the chicken tenders in.
Next to that, have a third bowl with your Parmesan Cheese and Bread Crumbs mixed together.
Take the chicken and dredge it in the flour, then egg mixture, then flour again, then breadcrumbs.
Set to the side until all tenderloins are covered.
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.
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+***
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.
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;)
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!
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
- Prepare one package of Angel Hair pasta according to package directions, and set aside to cool.
- Break the eggs into a bowl and stir them up.
- 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.
- Make another pile of bread crumbs
- Take the chicken and dredge it in flour, then egg, then flour, then breadcrumbs, and set to the side until all tenderloins are covered.
- Heat some EVOO in a pan large enough to hold all the tenderloins until hot.
- Add chicken to the hot EVOO pan and cook on each side until done.
- 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.
- 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:
4Serving Size:
1 Chicken Tender, 1/2 cup pastaAmount Per Serving: Calories: 552Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 197mgSodium: 311mgCarbohydrates: 81gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 22g
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Cuisinart 733-30H Chef’s Classic Stainless 5-1/2-Quart Saute Pan with Helper Handle and CoverRachael Ray Serveware EVOO & Vinegar Stoneware Bottle Set, RedHealthy Chicken Pasta Cookbook: The Top 100 Most Healthy and Delicious Pasta Recipes5 Ingredients: Quick & Easy FoodBeginners Pasta Cookbook & Guide: Super Simple and Delicious Homemade Pasta RecipesLE TAUCI 8.5 Inch Pasta Bowls Ceramic Salad Bowl, 45 Ounce – Set of 4, White
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Originally Posted Dec 27, 2011. Photos, video, and post updated July 21, 2020.
Heather says
My kids would love this! Adding to the meal plan!
Michelle Knopp says
Yummy! I love angel hair pasta. The chicken looks nice and moist too!
Kat Emerick says
This looks awesome! I copied the recipe to make for this weekend! Thanks so much!
Richard Hicks says
Looks totally delish. I think I might be able to do it with the great photos you provided
Jennifer Mae Hiles says
Pinned it so I can find it when I’m ready to make it! Yummm.
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
Jennifer Mae Hiles says
It loves divine! I would love to try this recipe.
jan says
Lots of garlic – love it
Christina Sparks says
This looks really good. My husband would love this.
Sacha Schroeder says
This sounds amazing and a meal that my kids would enjoy as well!
desiree (@desitheblonde) says
that look good but i want to try to but with out the garlic
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!
Lisa Brown says
I love chicken. Looks moist.
Ellen Christian (@scentednights) says
That sounds delicious!
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!
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.,
michelle oakley warner says
wow this looks so good, im going to try this out, awsome recipe thanks
Betsy Barnes says
This looks so good!
I pinned: http://pinterest.com/pin/286400857525392630/ 🙂
Amanda Alvarado says
Looks yummy! Liked this on FB!
Dianna Thomas says
Yup! Its making me hungry too– I love pasta–and seems easy enough I could do this too
Doris says
This is making me hungry! 🙂
Cynthia R says
looks delicious and easy to make!, thanks!
Heather Bridson says
Looks so good! Wasn’t hungry till I read this, 🙂 Thanks for the recipie!
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:
Charlotte Raynorc says
I pinned this page on Pinterest to try very soon!
Sandy VanHoey says
Gosh, you have some terrific looking recipes.
Krystle Kouture (@KrystleKouture) says
This looks delicious! Anything with garlic in it is a winner in our house.
Jenny says
Yum!! I might have to try this some night. I’m always looking for new recipes.
Amber K says
This looks wonderful. I wish I had found it last night when I had chicken thawed!
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.