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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, Parmesan and parsley.
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Set aside.
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Note: You can use some of the salt and pepper to season the chicken prior to dusting with flour.
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If so, cut back on adding to the breading mixture.
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Dust each slice of chicken with the flour, then dip in eggs, then dip in the bread crumb mixture, pressing the crumbs into both sides of the chicken.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil.
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Saute the breaded chicken until golden brown on both sides.
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Pat dry with paper towels.
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Spread 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
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Top with the browned chicken, then top each breast with 1/4 cup of sauce.
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Spread evenly, then top each breast with 2 slices of mozzarella.
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Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is lightly browned.
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FOR TOMATO SAUCE:.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil.
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Saute the garlic, onion, carrot and celery until tender.
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Add the crushed tomatoes and cook until flavors are blended, about 15 to 20 minutes, adding water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
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Stir in the basil and parsley.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Note: It may be necessary to add up to 1/2 cup of water to dilute the sauce, depending on how thick it is.
