Description
Chicken Parmesan is a mouthwatering Italian dish that features tender chicken coated in crispy breadcrumbs, layered with marinara and melting cheese. Ideal for a comforting dinner, this recipe highlights simple ingredients and easy prep, making it a go-to for any home cook looking for delicious flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
- 1 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1.5 cups seasoned Italian breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated, for topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs mixed with 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, fry the chicken until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the baking sheet. Place the fried chicken on top and spoon 2–3 tablespoons of marinara over each piece. Sprinkle with mozzarella and a bit of Parmesan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs in the coating.
Feel free to substitute the marinara sauce with your favorite homemade recipe for a personal touch.
Let the chicken rest after baking for juicier results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 175mg