Classic Chicken Parmesan with Pasta by Kayla Nasara

Ingredients

• 4 thinly sliced chicken breast
• 0.5 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 oz san marzano tomatoes
• 0.5 cup plain bread crumbs
• 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs
• 3 eggs
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 tsp oregano
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb pasta of choice
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
2. Pour in tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, add fresh basil, and simmer on low for 20-30 minutes.
3. Stir in heavy cream and a generous amount of parmesan cheese; taste and adjust seasoning.
4. Season chicken with grill seasoning. Prepare one bowl with beaten eggs (seasoned with salt/pepper) and another with a mix of plain bread crumbs, panko, and parmesan
5. Dip chicken into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the bread crumb mixture.
6. Fry chicken in hot oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. Place fried chicken on a sheet pan, top with tomato sauce and a blend of mozzarella and parmesan.
8. Broil for 7-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Toss cooked pasta with the remaining sauce and a splash of pasta water, then serve topped with the chicken, extra parmesan, and parsley