Classic Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Spaghetti

Experience the heartwarming flavors of Italy with this classic Chicken Parmesan recipe, paired perfectly with garlic butter spaghetti noodles. Enjoy the crispy, cheesy chicken draped in rich tomato sauce, creating a perfectly comforting meal that's ideal for any dinner occasion.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Parmesan:
🐔 2-4 chicken breasts, pounded to ½ inch thickness
🧂 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (for chicken)
🌿 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for chicken)
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
⚫ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🥚 2 eggs, beaten
🍞 1 cup bread crumbs
🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
🌿 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for flour)
🌿 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (for flour)
🫒 Cooking oil, for frying
🍅 1 cup pasta sauce
🧀 4 slices mozzarella cheese

For the Garlic Butter Noodles:
🍝 8 oz spaghetti
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🧂 Salt, to taste
⚫ Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken:

• Season the chicken breasts with seasoned salt, adobo, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
• Place flour in one shallow dish and mix in the seasoned salt and garlic powder.
• In a second dish, beat the eggs.
• In a third dish, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.

2- Bread the Chicken:

• Coat each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, dusting off any excess.
• Dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring each piece is entirely covered.
• Finally, coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

3- Fry the Chicken:

• Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Fry the breaded chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crisp.
• Remove and place on a baking sheet lined with foil.

4- Bake the Chicken:

• Spread a generous amount of pasta sauce over each chicken breast.
• Top with a slice of mozzarella cheese and some extra Parmesan if desired.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 10-15 minutes.

5- Prepare the Garlic Butter Noodles:

• Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
• In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat, then add cooked spaghetti.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste, tossing to coat the spaghetti in garlic butter.

6- Serve:

• Plate the garlic butter noodles and top with a piece of Chicken Parmesan.
• Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 650
Proteins: 45g
Fats: 30g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Equipment: Skillet, oven, pots for boiling pasta, baking sheet

Cooking Tips

• Ensure your oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy texture.
• Customize seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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Classic Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Spaghetti