Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Chicken Parmesan, a beloved Italian classic that combines juicy, breaded chicken breasts with zesty marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, allowing you to serve up golden-brown chicken topped with bubbling mozzarella in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup sliced mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dip each breast in beaten eggs, then coat with a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer chicken to a baking sheet, add marinara sauce on top, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with different cheeses like provolone or gouda.- Consider making your own marinara sauce for a fresher taste.- This dish is great for meal prep; simply double the recipe and freeze leftovers.