Description
Chicken Parmesan is a delightful Italian-American classic featuring tender, breaded chicken breasts smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table, making it perfect for weeknight meals or special gatherings. With its crispy coating and savory toppings, this dish will surely impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Coat each breast in flour, ensuring full coverage.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Dip each floured chicken breast into the egg wash.
- Place breadcrumbs on a plate and coat each egg-washed chicken breast thoroughly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the breaded chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer sautéed chicken to the prepared baking dish. Top each piece with marinara sauce and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over them.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Chicken Breast (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg