Description
Chicken Parmesan is a beloved Italian-American classic that features crispy, breaded chicken breasts smothered in rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. This dish transforms any meal into a special occasion, perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its delightful crunch and savory flavors, Chicken Parmesan is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan in a third bowl.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides (4-5 minutes each side).
- Place fried chicken on the baking sheet, spoon marinara sauce over the top, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For a healthier option, consider baking the chicken instead of frying. Enhance flavor by using different cheeses such as provolone or adding fresh herbs like oregano or thyme.