Peito De Frango Parmigiana Recipe
Breaded & Fried Chicken Breast w/ Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese & Pasta
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Tomato Sauce
Topping
Pasta
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with bread crumbs.
- 2
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and fry for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Tomato Sauce
- 3
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and add oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assembly
- 5
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a baking dish, place the fried chicken breasts and cover them with the prepared tomato sauce. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- 6
Bake the Dish
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Pasta Cooking
- 7
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt. Add the spaghetti or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
