Description
This recipe offers a flavorful take on classic Chicken Parmesan, featuring perfectly crispy breaded chicken topped with savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. It’s an ideal choice for a satisfying Italian-inspired dinner, focusing on the delicious chicken parmesan flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture to achieve the desired chicken parmesan flavors.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the breaded chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, capturing the savory chicken parmesan notes.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly, enhancing the rich chicken parmesan flavor profiles. Serve hot.
Notes
- Crushed Ritz crackers can be used as a substitute for breadcrumbs.
- The dish may taste even better the next day.
- Using too much sauce can make the chicken soggy; consider spooning it on just before serving for crisper results.
- Eggplant slices can be used instead of chicken for a vegetarian option.
- Add chili flakes to the breadcrumb mix for a spicy kick.
- If you don’t have a meat tenderizer, a rolling pin or even a wine bottle can be used.
- For easier cleanup, line your baking dish with foil.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dishes
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 calories
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 0mg