Description

This Chicken Parmesan is cherished for its crispy coating and rich flavor, featuring tender chicken, zesty marinara, and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick dinner or a comforting meal at home.

Ingredients

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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 use panko for extra crunch
0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese use aged parmesan 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 mozzarella melts best
0.25 cup parmesan cheese grated, for topping
2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, for garnish

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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, one with beaten eggs, and the last with a mixture of breadcrumbs and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip it in the egg, and coat it fully with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the baking sheet, place the fried chicken on top, and spoon more marinara over each cutlet. Top with mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, with an internal chicken temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For extra crunch, you can use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular ones.
Aged Parmesan cheese gives a stronger flavor; consider using it for the best results.
Resting the chicken allows juices to redistribute for better flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 680
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 33g
Cholesterol: 200mg