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Chicken Parmesan

This Cheesy Chicken Parmesan is a delicious Italian dish of breaded chicken, topped with marinara sauce and lots of cheese. Get this restaurant quality favorite Italian dish right at home. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, this cheesy chicken will become a family favorite!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: chicken parmesan, chicken parmigiana
Servings: 8
Calories: 346kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts halves, boneless and skinless
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil or olive oil for frying

Breadcrumb mixture

Toppings

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425℉.
  • Place the chicken breasts, one at a time, between two pieces of parchment paper. Using the flat side of a meat mallet, start pounding the chicken until it's about ½ inch (1 cm) in thickness. Repeat with remaining breasts.
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  • Place the flour in a shallow plate, same with the eggs. In another shallow plate, combine the breadcrumb mixture together. 
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  • Dredge the chicken through the flour, one piece at a time, making sure it's fully coated on both sides, then dip into the egg mixture. Dredge through the breadcrumb mixture on both sides. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
    process shots showing how to make chicken parmesan.
  • Preheat the oil in a large skillet or frying pan. Make sure the oil is hot enough, between 375℉ to 400℉. Fry the chicken in batches. Add two pieces of chicken at a time and brown on both sides until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining chicken.
    process shots showing how to make chicken parmesan.
  • Place the fried chicken on a baking sheet. Top each piece of chicken with about ¼ cup of marinara sauce. Use more if preferred. Top each chicken with ¼ cup of mozzarella and ¼ of the parmesan cheese. 
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  • Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly. Sprinkle with basil and serve over spaghetti.
    process shots showing how to make chicken parmesan.

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Notes

  1. For an even crispier crust, let the breaded chicken sit for about 10-15 minutes before frying. This helps the coating adhere better.
  2. If you prefer a lighter version, you can bake the chicken instead of frying. Just spray the breaded chicken with cooking spray and bake at 425°F until golden.
  3. Feel free to use your favorite marinara sauce, but a chunkier sauce tends to hold up better under the cheese.
  4. Fresh basil really elevates the dish, but in a pinch, 1 teaspoon of dried basil can be substituted.
  5. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts, so keep an eye on them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 777mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 417IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 264mg | Iron: 2mg