Spaghetti Parmesano Recipe
Spaghetti, marinara, crispy breaded chicken breast, mozzarella and parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Pasta
Sauce and Cheese
Method
Chicken
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Slice chicken breasts horizontally if thick to create even cutlets. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Bread Chicken
Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan cheese in a third. Dredge chicken in flour, dip into eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumb mixture.
- 3
Cook Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry breaded chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
Pasta
- 4
Cook Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add salt, then spaghetti. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauce and Assembly
- 5
Heat Sauce
Warm marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Assemble Dish
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Place cooked chicken breasts in a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece, then top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- 7
Bake and Serve
Bake chicken for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve chicken over cooked spaghetti, spoon additional marinara over pasta, and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
