Chicken Parmesan
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Chicken Parmesan
Description
Chicken Parmesan combines thin chicken breasts coated in a seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan mix, giving a crisp texture after pan-frying in olive oil and butter. Baking the chicken atop a bed of tangy tomato sauce topped with shredded mozzarella and extra Parmesan cheese results in a flavorful, melted cheese crust that complements the tender chicken beneath. The fresh basil leaves add a subtle herbal note, balancing the richness of the cheese and the acidity of the tomato sauce.
The method involves first seasoning and breading the chicken, then searing it until the crust turns golden and crisp. Transferring the chicken to a baking dish with sauce and cheese allows the flavors to meld during the final oven finish. This recipe highlights the contrast between crunchy exterior, savory cheese topping, and moist, tender chicken inside.
Serving Chicken Parmesan alongside pasta or a fresh salad can complete the meal. The leftovers can be gently reheated to maintain the crust and melted cheese texture. This recipe gives guidance on proper breading technique and pan heat to ensure the coating crisps without burning, and on layering ingredients before baking for balanced flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast chicken breast sliced in half lengthwise or purchased as thin sliced, thinly sliced
- salt
- 2 large egg
- 8 ounces panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (reserve 1/2 cup for topping)
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons butter salted
- 3 to 4 cups Italian tomato sauce (see link below for homemade sauce)
- 1 lb. mozzarella cheese shredded, whole-milk
- 1/4 cup basil fresh leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sprinkle salt all over the chicken breasts (make sure they are thinly sliced).
- In a shallow dish, whisk eggs together. Place panko bread crumbs and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese into a shallow pan. Stir in garlic powder and pepper. Dip chicken into the egg mixture and coat well. Then immediately dip chicken into the panko mixture, pressing the bread crumbs into the chicken. Repeat with the remaining chicken and set aside.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and butter. Add chicken to skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the breast. Once the panko bread crumb coating is a golden color, then you will know it is ready to be flipped to the other side.
- Add 1/2 of the sauce to a baking dish or a skillet. Place the chicken breasts on top of the sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella and remaining 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese over the chicken. Place dollops of tomato sauce all over the chicken. Place in oven and cook at 375 degrees until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through -- about 7-8 minutes.
- To get the cheese golden and bubbly, place the oven to the broil setting. Put the pan on the top rack and cook for 2 minutes until the cheese is golden. Top with fresh basil and serve.
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Overall Rating
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