Southern Style Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta. As seen on Half Baked Harvest Bookmark recipe Print recipe Download recipe Share Total Time 30 minutes Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Rating 4.09 out of 5 stars (2197) Ingredients 8 servings 1 pound chicken cutlets or tenders1 cup Panko1 1/2 cups grated parmesan4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oilkosher salt and black pepper1 pound short cut pasta1 medium yellow onion, chopped2 bell peppers, chopped3 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated3-4 teaspoons cajun seasoningcrushed red pepper flakes2 cups milk1/2 cup heavy cream or canned coconut milk2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Calories AmericanDinnerDairyPastaSautéingIntermediateFryingQuick and EasyBoilingSpicySavoryCreamyMeatMain Courses ... How would you rate this recipe? 1 stars 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Preparation Inline ingredients (beta) Cook mode Click to complete Step 1 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain.2. Meanwhile, place the Panko and 1/2 cup parmesan in a shallow bowl. Dredge both sides of the chicken through the Panko, pressing to adhere by using your fist to really pound the crumbs in. Place the chicken on a plate. Set aside.3. To make the pasta. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the bell peppers, and garlic, cook another 5 minutes until the peppers are soft. Stir in the cajun seasoning, and a pinch each of red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook another minute, until the spices are fragrant, then pour in the milk and cream. Add the cream cheese. Whisk until smooth. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook 5-8 minutes, until thickened slightly. 4. To cook the chicken. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook until golden brown on the other side, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and season with salt. Slice into thin strips.5. To the sauce, stir in the parmesan. Toss in the pasta and cook 3-5 minutes, then remove from the heat and stir in the parsley.6. Divide the pasta between plates and top with slices of chicken. ENJOY :)