Crispy Chicken Parmesan

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 pound spaghetti

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. 2.Place the flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. 3.Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip in the egg, then coat in the breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
4. 4.Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
5. 5.Spread 1/4 cup of the marinara sauce over each chicken breast, then top with 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
6. 6.Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 minutes.
7. 7.Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Serve the chicken Parmesan over the spaghetti.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you don't have Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, you can make your own by adding Italian seasoning to plain breadcrumbs.
• chevron_rightTo make this dish even easier, use store-bought marinara sauce.