Ragu Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to about ½ inch thickness)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs (beaten)
• 1 ½ cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (packed with bold flavor)
• ½ cup olive oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 carrot (grated)
• 1 celery stalk (finely diced)
• 1 pound crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
• ½ cup dry red wine (optional but enhances depth)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional for heat)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
• Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
• Cooked spaghetti or your pasta of choice (to serve alongside)