Creating Chicken Sorrentino is an enjoyable and rewarding experience when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Eggplant: Sprinkle salt on the eggplant slices and let them sit for about 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Rinse and pat them dry with a paper towel.
3. Bread the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs evenly.
4. Fry Eggplant: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
5. Fry Chicken: In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, and fry the chicken breasts until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
6. Assemble the Dish: In a baking dish, spread some marinara sauce on the bottom. Place the chicken breasts on top, then layer with prosciutto, fried eggplant, mozzarella, and sprinkle with Parmesan.
7. Bake: Pour marinara sauce over the top and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish: Once out of the oven, let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil if using, for added color and flavor.
9. Serve: Slice and serve warm, ensuring each portion has a delicious layer of toppings.

By following these steps, you’ll create an extraordinarily flavorful Chicken Sorrentino that you and your guests will love.