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Chicken Parmesan

A delicious and dependable chicken parmesan recipe featuring crisp golden breading, juicy chicken, rich tomato sauce, and perfectly melted cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Breading
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut lengthwise into cutlets These cook faster and stay juicy.
  • Salt and black pepper Basic seasoning to enhance flavor.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Helps the egg stick.
  • 2 eggs, beaten Acts as glue for breadcrumbs.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or Italian-style) Adds crunch and texture.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds savory richness.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Boosts flavor in breading.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning Brings herbal depth.
Sauce & Cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce Choose a thick, rich version.
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully over the chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For pan-frying the cutlets.
  • Fresh chopped basil or parsley (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place chicken cutlets between two pieces of parchment or plastic wrap. Gently pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Breading
  1. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mix.
  2. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip in egg, then coat fully with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry breaded cutlets for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.
  2. Alternatively, place the breaded cutlets on a greased baking sheet. Spray lightly with oil and bake for 15 minutes.
Final Assembly
  1. Transfer the fried (or baked) cutlets to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece and top with shredded mozzarella.
  2. Bake uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Serve over spaghetti, linguine, or zucchini noodles. Pair with a green salad or roasted vegetables. Can be adjusted to gluten-free or lighter versions.