Description
Succulent chicken parmesan brings Italian comfort straight to dinner tables with golden-brown crispy edges and melted cheese. Savory marinara and perfectly seasoned chicken create a memorable meal that welcomes diners into a world of classic flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Cheese:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Breading and Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Tenderize chicken breasts to uniform thickness, then season generously with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Create a three-stage coating process: first dust chicken with flour, then immerse in whisked eggs, and finally roll in a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese for a crispy exterior.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, carefully frying chicken pieces until they develop a golden-brown crust, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Arrange fried chicken in a baking dish, lavishly covering each piece with rich marinara sauce and a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Slide the prepared dish into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely and become deliciously bubbly.
- Remove from oven and optionally garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant, aromatic finish before serving piping hot.
Notes
- Choose chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to help breading adhere better and create a crispier exterior.
- Replace breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers for a celiac-friendly version.
- For a lighter option, bake the chicken instead of frying to reduce oil content and create a healthier meal without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg