Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chicken Parmesan Pasta.

1. Step 1

   Begin by warming olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Step 2

   Once the oil shimmers, add crushed garlic and sauté until it releases its fragrant aroma.

3. Step 3

   Next, stir in crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and a pinch of sugar.

4. Step 4

   Season generously with salt and pepper, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

5. Step 5

   Allow it to cook for 10 to 12 minutes, letting the sauce thicken and the flavors harmonize.

6. Step 6

   Reserve half of this vibrant sauce for a future culinary adventure.

7. Step 7

   While the sauce simmers, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil.

8. Step 8

   Add spaghetti and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the perfect al dente texture, about 12 minutes.

9. Step 9

   Drain the pasta and keep it warm, ready to embrace the sauce.

10. Step 10

    For the chicken cutlets, place the chicken pieces between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to a uniform 1/4-inch thickness using a mallet or heavy pan.

11. Step 11

    In a shallow dish, beat an egg until smooth.

12. Step 12

    In another shallow dish, season breadcrumbs with black pepper for an extra kick.

13. Step 13

    Preheat your oven broiler to high, positioning a rack 4 to 5 inches from the heat source.

14. Step 14

    Dip each chicken cutlet into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated, then roll it in the seasoned breadcrumbs.

15. Step 15

    Arrange the breaded cutlets on a wire rack set over a cookie sheet, allowing the coating to adhere beautifully.

16. Step 16

    In a 12-inch skillet, heat 1/4 cup of oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers invitingly.

17. Step 17

    Fry the breaded cutlets for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they achieve a golden-brown perfection.

18. Step 18

    Once cooked, transfer the cutlets to a clean wire rack to rest.

19. Step 19

    Top each cutlet with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

20. Step 20

    Broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely until the cheese melts and bubbles enticingly.

21. Step 21

    To serve, plate the spaghetti and crown each portion with a chicken cutlet.

22. Step 22

    Generously spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the rich tomato sauce over each cutlet, drizzling additional sauce over the pasta as desired.

23. Step 23

    For an extra touch, offer more Parmesan cheese at the table, inviting everyone to indulge in this delightful meal.

24. Step 24

    Enjoy the symphony of flavors that come together in this comforting dish!.