Here’s a complete Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti recipe for a classic Italian-style dinner:
Ingredients (serves 2–4)
For the Chicken Parmesan:
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1–2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 cups marinara sauce
- 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil (for frying)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
For the Spaghetti:
- 8 oz (225 g) spaghetti or your preferred pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce (you can use the same as for the chicken)
- Salt for pasta water
- Grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Slice or pound chicken breasts to ~1/2-inch thickness.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge in flour → dip in beaten eggs → coat with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
2. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. Assemble & Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place fried chicken in a baking dish.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each piece.
- Top with mozzarella (and extra Parmesan if desired).
- Bake 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. Cook the Spaghetti:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.
- Drain and toss with 1–2 cups of warm marinara sauce.
5. Serve:
- Place a portion of spaghetti on each plate.
- Top with a chicken breast.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra grated Parmesan.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the spaghetti sauce.
- You can bake the chicken without frying to make it lighter: just coat, place in a greased baking dish, add sauce and cheese, and bake ~30–35 minutes.
If you want, I can make a step-by-step one-pan version where the chicken and spaghetti cook together for minimal cleanup and super creamy sauce.
Do you want me to do that?
