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Crispy Chicken Parmigiana

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A comforting dish that blends crispy chicken, rich marinara, and gooey cheese, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 medium brown onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
  • 2–3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp Italian herb mix
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes or 1 cup passata
  • 2 tbsp basil (chopped)
  • 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skin off, about 2.2lbs/1kg)
  • 3 tsp sea salt flakes
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smokey paprika (or sweet)
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (finely grated, optional)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 eggs (whisked)
  • 2 cups canola oil (or vegetable oil for frying)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (grated at home)
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated at home)
  • Parsley (or basil to sprinkle)

Instructions

  1. Start by heating the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they’re fragrant.
  2. Stir in the tomato paste, Italian herb mix, and salt. Let it meld into the onion mixture for about a minute.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes and chopped basil to the pan. Stir well and let this simmer for approximately 20 minutes to develop flavors.
  4. While the sauce simmers, season the chicken breasts with sea salt flakes, garlic powder, and paprika.
  5. Create a breading station: set up three shallow dishes with flour, whisked eggs, and a mix of breadcrumbs with Parmesan, if using.
  6. Dip each chicken breast first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  7. Heat canola oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish, place the fried chicken on top, cover with additional sauce, and sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella over everything.
  9. Finally, bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Notes

You can easily substitute the chicken with eggplant for a vegetarian option, or swap in whole wheat breadcrumbs for a healthier take.

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