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Chicken Parmesan Pasta

This Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a comforting dish that combines crispy chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich marinara sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces pasta your choice
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet for cooking chicken
  • Baking dish for finishing in the oven
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin for flattening chicken
  • Whisk for mixing eggs

Method
 

  1. Start by boiling a large pot of salted water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, flatten the chicken breasts with a meat mallet.
  3. In a bowl, whisk the egg and season it with salt and pepper. Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Stir in the marinara sauce until well coated.
  6. Transfer the pasta to a baking dish and place the cooked chicken on top.
  7. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese generously over the chicken.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  9. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with a simple side salad or garlic bread.