Description
Crispy parmesan chicken bites with smoked cajun alfredo gemelli.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz gemelli pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup smoked gouda, shredded
- 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place chicken bites on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook gemelli pasta according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat.
- Add smoked gouda and cajun seasoning, stirring until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and mix well.
- Serve crispy chicken bites over the pasta, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level of cajun seasoning to your preference.
- Use fresh parmesan for better flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: crispy parmesan chicken bites, smoked cajun alfredo, gemelli recipe