Authentic Chicken Parmesan
A comforting Chicken Parmesan recipe that features crispy chicken, gooey cheese, and rich marinara sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Coat the chicken in the mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, pressing down lightly to help it stick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom. Place the fried chicken on top and cover it with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake in your preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve hot, alongside pasta or a salad.
Notes
For a unique twist, consider swapping the marinara sauce for homemade or using provolone cheese instead of mozzarella.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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