Chicken Parmesan Recipe
spaghetti pomodoro, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Spaghetti Pomodoro
Toppings
Method
Prepare Chicken
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 3
Dredge the Chicken
Place flour in a shallow dish. In another dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, place breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a baking dish.
- 5
Top with Cheese
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over each chicken breast and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Prepare Spaghetti Pomodoro
- 6
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 7
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Combine Spaghetti and Sauce
Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Stir in fresh basil leaves.
Assemble and Serve
- 9
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti pomodoro on a plate and top with the baked chicken parmesan.
- 10
Garnish
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
