Description
Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish that combines crispy, breaded chicken breasts with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will have your family asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1.5 cups Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet and fry the chicken until golden brown (about 4–5 minutes per side).
- Place the fried chicken in the baking dish and cover with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For an extra crunch, substitute breadcrumbs with panko. Add fresh herbs like oregano or thyme to enhance flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.