Classic Chicken Parmesan
A beloved Italian comfort food dish featuring breaded chicken, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg, coating it fully.
- Roll the chicken in a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place the fried chicken in a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece and layer with slices of mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- If desired, garnish with fresh basil before serving hot.
Notes
For a twist, consider using spicy marinara or different types of cheese. Ensure your oil is hot enough for frying for a perfect golden crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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