#crispybreadcrumbs

Pici con le briciole is a traditional pasta dish from Tuscany. It is made with thick, hand-rolled noodles and golden, crispy breadcrumbs. The flavors are able to shine through because the ingredients are simple. The crunchy breadcrumbs go well with the soft pasta.

Ingredients: 400g pici pasta. 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs. 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese. Salt and black pepper to taste. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Boil salted water with pici pasta until it is al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside, but save some of the water. Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat. Mix in the garlic and cook until it smells good. Toast the breadcrumbs in the pan until they are golden brown and crispy, stirring them around a lot. Grate some pecorino cheese and add it to the skillet with the cooked pici pasta. Mix everything together, and if you need to, add the pasta water you saved to make a creamy sauce. To taste, add salt and black pepper. Serve hot with fresh parsley chopped on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Skillet Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in crispy breadcrumbs, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe delivers all the flavors of traditional Chicken Parmesan with minimal fuss, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. 2 large eggs. 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1 cup marinara sauce. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 375F 190C. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts in the skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and place on a baking sheet. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

A simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed with crispy breadcrumbs, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.

Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. Salt to taste. Black pepper to taste. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.

Instructions: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add breadcrumbs to the skillet and toast until golden brown, stirring frequently, about 3-4 minutes. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the breadcrumbs. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the spaghetti. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes