Chicken Parmesan
A comforting classic, Chicken Parmesan features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy breadcrumb and parmesan crust, topped with marinara and gooey mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs until well blended. In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese together.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, ensuring it’s fully coated, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture for an even coating.
- Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, swap breadcrumbs for panko or use low-fat cheese for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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