Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Bella
Time45m
Serves2

Lightly battered & pan fried chicken breast topped with mozzarella & parmesan then baked; over linguine & marinara

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Ingredients

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Chicken Preparation

Pasta & Sauce

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. This helps them cook evenly.

  2. 2

    Breading the Chicken

    Set up a breading station: In one bowl, add flour seasoned with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, add breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Frying the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 4

    Add Toppings

    In a baking dish, place the fried chicken breasts. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 5

    Cook the Linguine

    While the chicken is baking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate and Garnish

    To serve, place a portion of linguine on each plate, top with the baked chicken parmesan, and garnish with fresh basil.

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