Chicken Parmesan Penne Pasta Classic Comfort Easy

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170g each), pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and black pepper
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 ½ cups (160g) panko breadcrumbs, seasoned with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil, for frying
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 ounce / 794g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce / 425g) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 pound (454g) penne pasta
• 8 ounces (227g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)