Chicken Parmesan Recipe
Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and mozzarella, served with spaghetti.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Topping
Pasta
Garnish (optional)
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures they cook evenly.
- 2
Dredge the Chicken
Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Dip each chicken breast first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove from skillet and place on a baking sheet.
Assembly and Cooking
- 4
Add Toppings
Spoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, then sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- 5
Bake the Chicken
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Pasta Preparation
- 6
Cook the Spaghetti
While the chicken is baking, boil a large pot of water. Add salt and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Dish
Serve the baked chicken parmesan over a bed of spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes, if desired.