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Crispy Golden Chicken Parmesan Pasta for Cozy Italian Dinners

Crispy panko-crusted chicken tossed with pasta, rich marinara, and melted mozzarella, baked until golden.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

12 oz spaghetti or penne
2 large chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
1/2 cup flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan, plus extra for serving
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/3 cup olive oil, for frying
3 garlic cloves, minced
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot for boiling pasta
  • 1 Large skillet for frying the chicken
  • 1 Medium saucepan for the marinara
  • 1 Oven-safe baking dish
  • 3 shallow dishes for breading

Method
 

Boil pasta al dente; set aside.
    Bread chicken cutlets in flour, egg, then panko-parmesan mixture.
      Fry chicken until golden and crispy; rest and slice.
        Sauté garlic, then simmer with crushed tomatoes and oregano.
          Toss pasta into the marinara.
            Transfer to a baking dish; top with chicken.
              Sprinkle with mozzarella and broil until melted and golden.
                Garnish with basil and parmesan; serve immediately.