Chicken Parmesan

Step 1: Prepare the Tomato Sauce [00:11]

• Chop one yellow onion and finely mince garlic.
• Add olive oil to a heavy-bottomed pot, toss in onions with a sprinkle of salt, and stir for 3-5 minutes until softened.

Step 2: Add Seasonings [01:00]

• Add dried oregano, crushed fennel seeds, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 3: Incorporate Tomato Paste [01:14]

• Stir in tomato paste for 2-3 minutes until it turns a brownish color.

Step 4: Add Tomatoes [01:21]

• Open two cans of peeled tomatoes, fill them with water, and swish around to get all the flavor. Add this to the pot.

Step 5: Break Down Tomatoes [01:39]

• Use your hands to squeeze and break down the tomatoes into smaller chunks. Season with salt, pepper, sugar, and fresh basil. Cover and let simmer.

Step 6: Prepare Chicken [02:18]

• Slice chicken breasts in half carefully. Use a heavy object to pound them to about a third of an inch thick.

Step 7: Set Up Dredging Station [03:11]

• Prepare three plates: one with seasoned flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with a mix of breadcrumbs, panko, Parmesan, minced garlic, and lemon zest.

Step 8: Bread the Chicken [03:57]

• Dredge chicken in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs. Ensure they are fully coated.

Step 9: Fry the Chicken [04:54]

• Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and fry chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Let rest after frying.

Step 10: Cook Spaghetti [06:01]

• Add salt to boiling water and cook spaghetti until done. Strain and toss with olive oil and Parmesan cheese.

Step 11: Assemble Chicken Parmesan [06:32]

• In an oven-safe dish, layer chicken, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Top with Parmesan cheese.

Step 12: Broil [07:26]

• Broil in the oven until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 13: Serve [07:39]

• Plate with fresh pasta, drizzle with olive oil, and add a light layer of tomato sauce. Top with chicken parmesan and fresh basil.