Description
Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish made with breaded chicken breasts, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in a second, and mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third dish.
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Dredge each piece in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture, coating well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken breasts 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place fried chicken over the sauce.
- Spoon remaining marinara over the chicken, then top each piece with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve with pasta or salad.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting and flavor.
- Pounding the chicken ensures even cooking and tenderness.
- Try air-frying or baking the breaded chicken for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
