Chicken Parmesan Recipe

This easy Chicken Parmesan recipe is crispy breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and melty mozzarella cheese. This classic Italian-American dish serves as a filling and flavorful dinner option. Serve with pasta or a green salad.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Rest Time 10 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying

Cuisine: American, Italian

Courses: Dinner

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Calories: 471 kcal

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This easy Chicken Parmesan recipe is crispy breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and melty mozzarella cheese. This classic Italian-American dish serves as a filling and flavorful dinner option. Serve with pasta or a green salad.

Ingredients

4 Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast Halves
Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to Taste)
2 large Eggs
1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs (or More as Needed)
3/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (Divided)
2 tbsp All-purpose flour (or More if Needed)
1/2 cup Olive Oil (for Frying)
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
1/4 cup Fresh Mozzarella (Cut into Small Cubes)
1/4 cup Fresh Basil (Chopped)
1/2 cup Grated Provolone Cheese
2 tsp Olive oil

Instructions

1
Gather the ingredients. Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2
Place chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/2 inch.
3
Season chicken thoroughly with salt and pepper. Using a sifter or strainer, sprinkle flour over chicken breasts, evenly coating both sides.
4
Beat eggs in a shallow bowl and set aside. Mix bread crumbs and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl; set aside. Dip a flour-coated chicken breast in beaten eggs. Transfer breast to the bread crumb mixture, pressing crumbs into both sides. Repeat for each breast. Let the chicken rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
5
Heat 1/2 inch of olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer. Cook chicken in the hot oil until golden, about 2 minutes per side. The chicken will finish cooking in the oven.
6
Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top each breast with 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce. Layer each chicken breast with equal amounts of mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and provolone cheese. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan over the top and drizzle each with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese becomes browned and bubbly and the chicken breasts lose their pinkness in the center. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 471kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g39%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Cholesterol 187mg63%
Sodium 840mg35%
Potassium 389mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 42g84%

Vitamin C 3 mg
Calcium 380 mg
Iron 2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use high-quality prepared tomato sauce for a better result. You may substitute pesto or dried Italian herbs of your choice for basil or omit it entirely.

Read it online: https://therecipenook.com/recipe/chicken-parmesan-recipe/