This is one of my favorite dishes to make for company. It is easily prepared, contains familiar ingredients and looks amazing. Here's what you need:
Chicken breast-trimmed of fat and pounded 1/2 inch thickeness
bread crumbs
fresh parsley, thyme and basil
eggs-beaten for an egg wash
marinara sauce
fresh mozzerella- fresh is key, don't get the shredded stuff
salt and pepper to taste
Start by seasoning your chicken with the salt and pepper. Next finely chop up your herbs and mix them with the bread crumbs. First dredge your chicken through the egg wash and then dredge through the bread crumbs. Make sure they are well coated on both sides. In a heated saute pan with a touch of oil brown your chicken on both sides. While the chicken is browning, pour your marinara sauce (homemade or store bought) into a glass baking dish. Once your chicken is browned on both sides add it to the sauce. Top each piece with a 1/4 inch slice of fresh mozzarella. Finish cooking in a 375 degree oven. Serve with fresh pasta lightly tossed in butter and any left over herbs. A handful of fresh greens with a tangy vinaigrette or Italian dressing goes wonderfully with this dish as well. And what's dinner with friends without a bottle of wine?
