Crispy Chicken Parmesan
A delightful dish featuring crunchy chicken, savory marinara, and bubbling cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- 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
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara over each piece, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve hot.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with a gluten-free variety. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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