Chicken Parmesan

Name: Chicken Parmesan
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil or grapeseed oil; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 2 tbsp. garlic, minced or chopped about 4 cloves; 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper; 1 bay leaf; 2 tbsp. tomato paste; 1 tbsp. dry white wine; 28 oz can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup water; 1 tbsp. italian seasoning; 1 tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 tbsp. fresh parsley chopped; tsp. salt; 1 cup grated or shredded parmesan cheese divided; 1 tbsp. fresh basil chopped; 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 cup Italian bread crumbs; 2 tsp salt; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 cups mozzarella, shredded or 1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced; garlic powder; onion powder; paprika; salt & pepper to taste; vegetable oil for frying; fresh parsley for garnish optional