Homemade Chicken Parmesan

Homemade Chicken Parmesan 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts salt and pepper to taste 1/2 c extra-virgin olive oil 3 eggs 1/4 c parmesan cheese 2 c Italian seasoned bread crumbs 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced Your homemade sauce or favorite Marinara sauce Fresh basil for decorating (optional) Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets, season with salt and pepper to taste. Place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Add oil to large frying pan and heat over med-high heat. Beat eggs and parmesan cheese together in another shallow bowl. Dredge chicken in bread crumbs tapping off the excess, then dip in the egg mixture then back into bread crumbs coating well. Carefully lay in the skillet and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 -5 minutes per side depending on the thickness or your chicken. Transfer to the baking dish and top with sliced mozzarella. Broil until the cheese melts and brown a little about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to serving platter and top with your homemade sauce or favorite Marinara. Decorate with fresh basil, optional.