Description
Enjoy an irresistible Italian Chicken Parmesan recipe that is crispy, juicy, and coated in rich marinara sauce with melted mozzarella cheese. This authentic, homemade chicken parmesan is simple to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the breaded chicken cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired before serving this irresistible Italian chicken parmesan.
Notes
- For extra crispy chicken, ensure the oil is hot before searing.
- Use your favorite marinara sauce for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared and Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg