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Delicious Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

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A culinary delight that merges classic chicken parmesan with a delicious stuffed twist, featuring melty cheese and rich marinara sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.4 kg, 2 ½ to 3 pounds total)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella, divided
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, divided
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon, divided
  • 1 ¼ cup panko bread crumbs, or regular
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425ºF (191ºC), placing the oven rack in the lower-middle position.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and cut a 4 to 5-inch slit into the thickest side to create a pocket.
  3. Generously season the chicken inside and out with kosher salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  4. Stuff each pocket with a mix of mozzarella, parmesan, and half of the Italian seasoning, securing the openings with toothpicks.
  5. Prepare a breading station by setting out all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  6. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip it into the egg wash, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat ¼ cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each chicken breast until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  8. Place the browned chicken in a baking dish. Top each breast with marinara sauce and the remaining mozzarella. Bake until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF, approximately 10-15 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil and parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, consider baking the breaded chicken instead of frying it.

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