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Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each), pounded to 1/2-inch thickness (approximately 680g)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs (200g), preferably panko for extra crispiness
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup olive oil, for frying (120ml)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (794g)
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce (425g)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (225g), sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)