Description
Crispy, golden chicken parmesan promises an irresistible Italian-American classic that balances perfectly crunchy breaded chicken with melted mozzarella and tangy marinara sauce. Comfort meets elegance on your plate, inviting you to savor each delectable, herb-infused bite of this timeless culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 large chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
Breading and Cheese:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Wet Ingredients and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 400°F (200°C), preparing a crisp cooking environment.
- Transform chicken breasts into uniform thickness with precise mallet strikes, then enhance with delicate salt and pepper seasoning.
- Construct three distinct preparation zones: a flour station, a whisked egg bath, and a seasoned breadcrumb terrain enriched with Parmesan, aromatic garlic powder, and zesty Italian herbs.
- Navigate each chicken piece through a strategic coating journey – first dusting with flour, then bathing in egg, and finally enrobing in the herbed breadcrumb mixture.
- Activate a skillet with olive oil over moderate heat, creating a golden-brown canvas for the chicken. Sear each piece until a crisp exterior develops, approximately 3-4 minutes per side, then gracefully transfer to a waiting baking dish.
- Cascade marinara sauce across the chicken landscape, followed by a generous snowfall of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Nestle the prepared dish into the preheated oven, allowing 15-20 minutes for cheese to melt into a bubbling, appetizing blanket.
- Elevate the presentation by scattering fresh basil leaves as a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is evenly pounded to guarantee consistent cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness and a lighter, more delicate coating.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help breading adhere perfectly and create a crunchier exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg