Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
Prepare chicken: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
Set up breading station: In three separate shallow dishes, place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Bread chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumb mixture. Ensure chicken is fully coated.
Pan-fry chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from skillet and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Top and bake: Spread marinara sauce over each chicken breast and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil (optional). Serve hot with spaghetti or your favorite pasta.
Simple and tasty. I used a pre-made marinara sauce to save time. The chicken turned out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Very tasty! I used fresh basil on top, which added a wonderful aroma and flavor. Will definitely make this again.
The chicken was a bit bland. I think the recipe needs more seasoning. Also, the sauce wasn't quite to my taste.
I enjoyed this recipe. It was easy to make, and the results were delicious. I would make it again.
Good, solid recipe. I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little kick. It was a nice touch.
