Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of homemade Chicken Parmesan, where tender, breaded chicken meets rich marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests with its crispy crust and savory aroma. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a delicious meal that brings back fond memories and delights everyone’s taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat each chicken breast dry with paper towels.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, another with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the breaded chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown; ensure the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding fresh basil or oregano to the breadcrumbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes to maintain crispiness.