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Authentic Chicken Parmigiana Recipe
5 from 16 votes

Authentic Chicken Parmigiana Recipe

Authentic Chicken Parmigiana features breaded and fried (or baked) thin chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, and grated Parmigiano cheese. The chicken is seasoned, dredged in flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs for a crispy coating. After frying or baking until golden, the chicken is topped with sauce and cheeses, then broiled to melt and brown the cheese, creating a classic Italian-American dish with a crispy crust and melty cheese topping.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 1022 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American Fussion

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless and pounded thin, skinless
  • 1/2 /2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 /2 cups flour
  • 3 egg
  • 2 tablespoon milk
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup olive oil (if frying)
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 pound fresh mozzarella
  • 1/4 /4 cup Parmigiano Cheese fresh grated
  • 3 teaspoon basil chopped, fresh

Instructions

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  1. Sprinkle the pounded chicken breasts with the salt and pepper rubbing both sides with the seasoning. 
  2. Place the flour in a small bowl, the bread crumbs in a separate bowl and the eggs and milk in a third bowl. Whisk together the eggs and milk
  3. Dip the chicken breasts into the flour and coat both sides. Then, dip the chicken into the egg followed by the breadcrumbs. Be sure to coat the chicken thoroughly in breadcrumbs then place on a foil lined baking tray.
  4. Repeat step number 3 with all the chicken breasts.
  5. If you are frying the chicken breasts, heat the 1 cup olive oil to 375 degrees F and fry each chicken breast until golden brown. If you are baking the chicken, place the sheet tray in a 350 degree oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. 
  6. Place the chicken breasts on a plate, on top of cooked pasta or on the bottom piece of sandwich bread. Pour warm marinara over the top of the chicken and top with the mozzarella and grated parmigiano.
  7. Place the chicken parmesan under a broiler for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese begins to bubble. 
  8. Sprinkle with the fresh basil and serve!

Notes

  • Properly pound chicken breasts thin for even cooking and coating adherence.
  • Coat chicken thoroughly in flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs to ensure a crispy crust.
  • Choose frying for a traditional crispy texture or baking for a lighter option.
  • Use fresh mozzarella and freshly grated Parmigiano for optimal melting and flavor.
  • Broil the assembled dish to melt and brown the cheese topping properly.
  • Add fresh chopped basil for aroma and taste before broiling.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1022kcal (51%) Carbohydrates 89g (30%) Protein 70g (140%) Fat 42g (65%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 289mg (96%) Sodium 3167mg (132%) Potassium 1338mg (28%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 1955IU (39%) Vitamin C 14.2mg (16%) Calcium 827mg (83%) Iron 8.4mg (47%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1022

% Daily Value*

Calories 1022kcal 51%
Carbohydrates 89g 30%
Protein 70g 140%
Fat 42g 65%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 289mg 96%
Sodium 3167mg 132%
Potassium 1338mg 28%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin A 1955IU 39%
Vitamin C 14.2mg 16%
Calcium 827mg 83%
Iron 8.4mg 47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.