Chicken Parmesan
Crispy breaded chicken topped with rich marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly for a comforting Italian-American meal.
Ingredients
For The Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
For Garnishing
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Fresh basil leaves optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper and gently pound them to an even thickness.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with ½ cup Parmesan cheese and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs.
- Press the chicken into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the breaded chicken for about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary.
- Transfer the chicken to a lightly greased baking dish.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and remaining Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve hot with pasta, roasted vegetables, salad, or crusty bread.