Classic Chicken Parmesan Pasta
A comforting Italian dish with fried chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese served over spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside to await its delicious topping.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). We want it nice and hot to get that cheese perfectly bubbly.
- Prepare the breadcrumb mixture by combining breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in the egg, allowing the excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the chicken in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Assemble the fried chicken in a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve the cheesy chicken over cooked spaghetti and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
For a lower-carb option, substitute spaghetti with zucchini noodles. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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