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Chicken Parm Pasta

This Chicken Parm Pasta combines the comforting flavors of chicken parmesan with hearty pasta, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz spaghetti or your favorite pasta
  • 2 chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Oven-safe baking dish

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling salted water in a large pot.
  2. While the pasta cooks, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  3. In one bowl, whisk the eggs and in another, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken piece in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, layer the pasta in an oven-safe dish, add marinara sauce, and top with chicken and mozzarella.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 15 minutes.
  8. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh basil or parsley as a garnish before serving.