Chicken Parmesan

Directions

  1. 1Mince the garlic.
  2. 2Add canned crushed tomatoes to a pan with sautéed onions and garlic.
  3. 3Blend the tomato sauce with an immersion blender until smooth.
  4. 4Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
  5. 5Place chicken between parchment paper and pound until thin and even.
  6. 6Grate Parmesan cheese over panko breadcrumbs and mix well.
  7. 7Whisk eggs in a shallow dish.
  8. 8Dredge chicken cutlets first in flour, then in egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly in the panko and Parmesan mixture.
  9. 9Fry the breaded chicken cutlets in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, spooning hot oil over the top to ensure even cooking.
  10. 10Cook spaghetti in boiling water.
  11. 11Place a cooked chicken cutlet on a plate, top with a generous spoonful of tomato sauce.
  12. 12Add a handful of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce and chicken.
  13. 13Bake or broil the chicken parmesan until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  14. 14Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
  15. 15Serve with a side of spaghetti with tomato sauce.

Ingredients

  • Garlic
  • Canned crushed tomatoes
  • Chicken breast
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Panko breadcrumbs
  • Eggs
  • All-purpose flour
  • Spaghetti
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Basil

Equipment

Cutting boardChef's knifeFrying panImmersion blenderParchment paperGraterPlatesTongs