A delightful Chicken Parmesan recipe using crispy chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella, baked to perfection and served over rigatoni.
1: Add half and half, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and seasonings to the chicken breasts.
2: Mix panko, breadcrumbs, cheese, and seasonings in a separate bowl.
3: Press each side of the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture.
4: Heat up a pan with olive oil and butter.
5: Add chicken, two at a time, to the pan and fry until golden brown on each side, flipping once.
6: Take out and drain on a plate with a paper towel. Season with a sprinkle of salt, set aside.
7: Once all the chicken is cooked, add a ladle of marinara to the top of each one.
8: Top with 2-3 pieces of fresh mozzarella.
9: Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until cheese has melted.
10: Remove, top with fresh parmesan, and broil to brown for 1-2 minutes.
11: Serve on top of pasta with marinara and freshly chopped basil and enjoy!
