Kid Approved Crispy Chicken and Creamy Ziti Pasta

For the chicken: Season thin-sliced chicken breast to taste. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with egg wash (beaten egg), and one with Italian bread crumbs. Dredge each piece of chicken first in flour, then in the egg wash, and finally in the Italian bread crumbs, ensuring it's fully coated. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for shallow frying. Carefully place the breaded chicken in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, flipping once. Remove and set aside.

For the pasta: Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well. In a large pot or bowl, combine the cooked ziti with marinara sauce, a pat of butter, heavy cream, ricotta cheese, and grated parmesan cheese. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated and the cheeses are melted and creamy. Season the pasta generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Serve the crispy chicken alongside the creamy ziti pasta.