Chicken Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
799 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian
Chicken Parmesan
Description
This Chicken Parmesan recipe begins with preparing a rich tomato sauce using sautéed onions, garlic, crushed and diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a combination of dried herbs including basil, oregano, and parsley. The sauce simmers uncovered to develop flavor and reduce to a thick consistency. Separately, chicken breasts are pounded thin, coated with a beaten egg and garlic mixture, then dredged in a seasoned mixture of panko bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
The breaded chicken is pan-fried to form a crispy golden crust, then baked to ensure thorough cooking. Finally, slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese are placed on top to melt. The dish is typically served over cooked spaghetti noodles, combining the crispy chicken, melted cheese, and flavorful tomato sauce into a cohesive meal.
Substituting fresh garden tomatoes by peeling and mashing them can be done for the sauce, maintaining its freshness and authenticity. This allows flexibility according to available ingredients and preference. The recipe yields a classic, comforting meal that balances crisp textures, rich tomato flavors, and creamy melted cheese.
Ingredients
FOR THE SAUCE:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes canned
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes canned
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 dash black pepper
- 2 tablespoons basil dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
FOR THE CHICKEN:
- 3 chicken breast pounded thin
- 2 egg beaten
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
- salt
- black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 lices provolone cheese cut in half, or mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
Instructions
- Heat a little vegetable oil in a large skillet and sauté onion and garlic. When onions are soft and translucent, add the crushed and diced tomatoes. Add basil, oregano, parsley, sugar, salt, and pepper and bring to a good rolling simmer. Add tomato sauce. Reduce heat a little and simmer uncovered for at least an hour, stirring occasionally.
- About 20 minutes prior to serving, put chicken in a Ziplock bag and add beaten egg and garlic. Smash all the air out of the bag, seal tightly, then work the chicken around a little bit so it is covered in egg.
- On a plate or pie pan, combine bread crumbs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
- Heat oil on medium heat in another large skillet. Remove chicken from egg mixture and press into the bread crumbs. When covered in bread crumbs, add the chicken to the oil. Brown on each side. Place chicken on a greased cookie sheet and bake in the oven at 375-degrees for about 12 minutes or until no longer pink.
- While the chicken is cooking, cook spaghetti to al dente. Remove chicken from oven, add 2 slices of cheese per chicken breast, then return to the oven for about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Layer on individual plates: spaghetti, sauce, then chicken.
Notes
- Fresh garden tomatoes can replace canned crushed and diced tomatoes by peeling and mashing 7-8 tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper before using in the sauce.
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded thin for even cooking and better breading adherence.
- Serve hot over cooked spaghetti noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 799 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 799kcal | 40% |
| Carbohydrates | 102g | 34% |
| Protein | 56g | 112% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 153mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 1664mg | 69% |
| Potassium | 1451mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 1115IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 675mg | 68% |
| Iron | 12mg | 67% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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