Description
Chicken Parmesan is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a delightful combination of crispy breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, and it promises to be a crowd-pleaser every time. With its golden crust and vibrant flavors, Chicken Parmesan not only satisfies cravings but also brings warmth and joy to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko)
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Set up a breading station with separate bowls for flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Place fried chicken in a baking dish. Top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg