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Chicken Parmesan and Spaghetti Marinara

This Chicken Parmesan and Spaghetti Marinara is a classic comfort dish! Crispy chicken, gooey cheese, and robust marinara make it unforgettable.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti or high protein
  • 16 ounces boneless and skinless chicken breasts (4 pieces)
  • 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg whisked
  • 1 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce (jar, clean-eating, sugar-free)
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella (part-skim, shredded)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Shallow bowl
  • Plate
  • Oven-safe baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
  2. Set up a breading station: mix flour with salt and pepper in one bowl, whisk the egg in another, and place breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish.
  4. Pour marinara sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  6. While the chicken bakes, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  7. Serve the chicken hot over the spaghetti and spoon extra marinara from the baking dish on top. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavor.
  • Add red pepper flakes to marinara for a spicy kick.
  • For a lighter version, bake the breaded chicken instead of frying.