Chicken Parmesan
User Reviews
4.8
117 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8
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Calories
346 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Chicken Parmesan
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This Cheesy Chicken Parmesan is a delicious Italian dish of breaded chicken, topped with marinara sauce and lots of cheese. Get this restaurant quality favorite Italian dish right at home. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, this cheesy chicken will become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts halves, boneless and skinless
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or olive oil for frying
Breadcrumb mixture
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup regular breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 leaves basil chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425℉.
- Place the chicken breasts, one at a time, between two pieces of parchment paper. Using the flat side of a meat mallet, start pounding the chicken until it's about ½ inch (1 cm) in thickness. Repeat with remaining breasts.
- Place the flour in a shallow plate, same with the eggs. In another shallow plate, combine the breadcrumb mixture together.
- Dredge the chicken through the flour, one piece at a time, making sure it's fully coated on both sides, then dip into the egg mixture. Dredge through the breadcrumb mixture on both sides. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
- Preheat the oil in a large skillet or frying pan. Make sure the oil is hot enough, between 375℉ to 400℉. Fry the chicken in batches. Add two pieces of chicken at a time and brown on both sides until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Place the fried chicken on a baking sheet. Top each piece of chicken with about ¼ cup of marinara sauce. Use more if preferred. Top each chicken with ¼ cup of mozzarella and ¼ of the parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly. Sprinkle with basil and serve over spaghetti.
Notes
- For an even crispier crust, let the breaded chicken sit for about 10-15 minutes before frying. This helps the coating adhere better.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can bake the chicken instead of frying. Just spray the breaded chicken with cooking spray and bake at 425°F until golden.
- Feel free to use your favorite marinara sauce, but a chunkier sauce tends to hold up better under the cheese.
- Fresh basil really elevates the dish, but in a pinch, 1 teaspoon of dried basil can be substituted.
- The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts, so keep an eye on them.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
346kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
102mg
(34%)
Sodium
777mg
(32%)
Potassium
385mg
(11%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
417IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
264mg
(26%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 777mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 385mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 417IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 264mg | 26% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
117 reviews
Excellent
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