Chicken Parmesan: Discover the Secret to Perfect Flavor!
A classic Italian-American dish featuring breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning before breading.
- Serve with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg