Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
- 4boneless skinless chicken breasts
about 5oz each
- ½ call-purpose flour
- 2 largeeggs
- ⅝ cpanko bread crumbs
- ⅝ cseasoned bread crumbs
- ⅓ cgrated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbspchopped fresh parsley
- 1 tspsalt
divided
- ½ tspblack pepper
divided
- 4 tbspolive oil
or as needed
- 24 ozmarinara sauce
homemade or jarred
- 1 cshredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cshredded parmesan cheese
- 2 tspchopped fresh basil
for garnish
- 1 tspchopped fresh parsley
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- 2
Place the flour in a shallow dish. Place the eggs in a second shallow dish and beat with a fork.
- 3
In a third shallow dish, combine Panko breadcrumbs, seasoned breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
- 4
Using the flat side of a meat mallet, pound the chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness. After pounding, if they're very large, you can cut them in half. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- 5
Dip both sides of the chicken into the flour and shake to remove any excess. Dip chicken in beaten eggs, then into the breadcrumb mixture and gently press to adhere.
- 6
Preheat the oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Brown the chicken for about 2 minutes per side or until golden, it does not need to cook through.
- 7
In the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish, add 1 ½ cups of marinara sauce. Add the browned chicken. Top each piece of chicken with 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce in the center. Top with mozzarella and shredded parmesan.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F with an instant-read thermometer.
- 9
Sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley and serve over pasta.
Chicken Parmesan
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting taste of a classic Italian-American favorite right in your own kitchen? This Chicken Parmesan recipe delivers rich, satisfying flavors with perfectly breaded chicken, savory marinara, and gooey melted cheese.
What makes this dish truly special is the thoughtful combination of ingredients designed for maximum flavor and texture. Using both panko and seasoned bread crumbs ensures a wonderfully crisp exterior, while the layering of flavorful marinara with both mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese creates an irresistible, bubbling top that melts into every bite.
Prepare for a truly satisfying meal. You'll experience perfectly tender chicken encased in a golden, crunchy crust, generously coated with a vibrant, tangy marinara sauce. Each forkful brings a delightful stretch of warm, melted mozzarella and the sharp, salty tang of Parmesan. The fresh notes of basil and parsley cut through the richness, leaving you with a comforting, well-balanced taste that feels both decadent and familiar. This Chicken Parmesan is hearty and incredibly flavorful, a true crowd-pleaser.
While the classic combination is perfect as is, feel free to make it your own. You could experiment with different Italian hard cheeses beyond Parmesan for an extra flavor dimension, or even blend a touch of dried oregano into the breading mixture for an aromatic twist.
This classic Chicken Parmesan is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special family gathering. Serve it alongside your favorite pasta or a crisp green salad to complete the meal.