Chicken Parmesan
A classic Italian-American dish featuring breaded and fried chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. This Chicken Parmesan recipe is sure to be a family favorite!
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Frying pan
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - pounded to an even thickness
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉ (200℃).
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides.
- In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and top each piece with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chicken Parmesan!
Notes
For a healthier alternative, try baking the chicken instead of frying it. You can also add some fresh basil leaves to garnish the dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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