Description
Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a comforting dish that combines crispy breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese served over your choice of pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. The inviting aroma fills your kitchen, making it an instant family favorite that celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 8 ounces spaghetti or penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat them evenly in the breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side).
- Transfer the cooked chicken to the baking dish, pour marinara sauce over it, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- Serve pasta topped with the baked chicken parmesan and garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg