Description
This Chicken Parmesan recipe is a classic favorite featuring crispy breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce and a blend of melted cheeses. It’s a comforting and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner with family or friends.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Breading:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs, or more as needed
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or more if needed
Additional:
- 1/2 cup olive oil for frying, or as needed
- 1/2 cup prepared tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup grated provolone cheese
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients. Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Pound the chicken. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness.
- Season and coat the chicken. Season with salt and pepper, coat with flour, then dip in egg and breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the chicken. Cook breaded chicken in olive oil until golden.
- Top and bake. Place chicken in a baking dish, top with sauce, cheeses, and bake until cooked through.
Notes
- Use high-quality tomato sauce for best results.
- Customize with pesto or herbs of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 471
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 187mg
