Chicken Parmesan
This Chicken Parmesan recipe delivers everything you want in a comforting Italian-inspired dinner: crisp, golden chicken, rich marinara sauce, and bubbling mozzarella.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 piece egg
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Olive oil for frying
- for garnish Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow dish, beat the egg.
- In another shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast in egg, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
- Place fried chicken in a baking dish.
- Top each piece with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with pasta, salad, or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.