Classic Chicken Parmesan over Spaghetti (Print version)
Crispy breaded chicken cutlets baked with marinara and mozzarella, served over saucy spaghetti for a cozy family dinner.
# Ingredients:
For the chicken
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2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1 1/2 lb (680 g), sliced into 4 cutlets
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup (55 g) Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup (45 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil or neutral oil, for shallow frying
For the sauce, cheese, and pasta
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12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
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3 cups (720 ml) marinara sauce, warmed
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1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded low-moisture mozzarella
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
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Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 425°F. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into 4 cutlets, pound to about 1/2 inch thick, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Place flour in a shallow dish. Place beaten eggs in a second dish. In a third dish, mix panko, Italian breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup Parmesan, and garlic powder.
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Coat each cutlet in flour and shake off the excess. Dip in egg, then press into the breadcrumb mixture until well coated on both sides.
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply golden, then transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
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Spoon about 2 tablespoons marinara over the center of each cutlet. Top with mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part.
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While the chicken bakes, boil the spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain, then toss with about 2 cups warm marinara.
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Divide the spaghetti among plates and set a cheesy chicken cutlet on top. Spoon extra marinara around the pasta and finish with basil or parsley and more Parmesan.
# Good to know:
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Serve right away for the crispest breading.
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Keep extra marinara warm for spooning over the pasta at the table.
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Cook chicken to 165°F for food safety.