Description
This Chicken Parmesan is a delightful blend of crispy, golden chicken with a rich marinara sauce and melty cheese. It’s simple to prepare, making it a wonderful choice for a comforting dinner that satisfies both family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
- 1 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1.5 cups seasoned Italian breadcrumbs, preferably panko for extra crunch
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese, aged Parmigiano Reggiano for best flavor
- 1.5 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 2 cups marinara sauce, preferably homemade or high-quality jarred like Rao’s
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, whole milk for best melting
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with a mix of breadcrumbs and 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, dip in the eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb-Parmesan blend, pressing gently for adherence.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry the chicken until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side, then drain on paper towels.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the baking sheet and place the fried chicken on top. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of marinara over each cutlet, then top with shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starts to brown. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, use high-quality marinara sauce.
Let the chicken rest briefly after frying to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg