Description
Chicken Parmesan is a beloved Italian classic that combines juicy, breaded chicken cutlets with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. This easy Chicken Parmesan recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering crispy, flavorful chicken in under an hour. Serve it over spaghetti, alongside garlic bread, or with a fresh side salad for a complete meal that delights the entire family. With tender chicken breasts coated in golden breadcrumbs and topped with savory marinara and melted mozzarella, each bite is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; dredge in flour shaking off excess.
- Dip floured chicken in beaten eggs, then coat with a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and fry each chicken breast until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Place fried chicken in the baking dish; top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - Pound chicken to even thickness for consistent cooking. - Use fresh herbs like basil as a garnish for added flavor. - Substitute turkey cutlets or eggplant for different protein options.