Description
Chicken Parmesan is a beloved Italian-American classic that promises to be the star of any dinner table. This delightful dish features tender, breaded chicken breasts smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese. The crispy exterior offers a satisfying crunch, while the savory flavors create an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen. Perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this easy Chicken Parmesan recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to impress with an unforgettable meal that’s as comforting as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Olive oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until about half an inch thick for even cooking.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, then in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the breaded chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place the seared chicken in the prepared baking dish, top generously with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider seasoning your breadcrumbs or adding fresh herbs like basil before baking.
- This recipe can be adapted by using eggplant or zucchini as a vegetarian alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (180g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg