Chicken Parmesan
Crispy, golden-breaded chicken topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey cheese, making it a family favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Cooked pasta for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl. In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese together.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, coating it well. Then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until it’s golden brown.
- Arrange the cooked chicken in a baking dish. Top each piece with marinara sauce and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the Chicken Parmesan on a bed of cooked pasta.
Notes
To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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