chicken parmesan
Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish featuring breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg, and finally coat evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each breast, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce or serve with a side of spaghetti.