Description
Delightful Chicken Parmesan emerges as a classic Italian-American comfort dish that combines crispy breaded chicken with rich marinara and melted cheese. Crisp golden cutlets topped with marinara and mozzarella promise a satisfying meal you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Cheese:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce and Oil:
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a culinary canvas by heating the oven to 400°F, creating the perfect environment for transforming chicken into a crispy, cheesy masterpiece.
- Infuse the chicken with a symphony of flavors using salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano, massaging the spices into every crevice.
- Create a textural armor by coating the seasoned chicken: first dust with a light flour veil, then submerge in whisked eggs, and finally enrobe in a crunchy mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Awaken the golden potential by sizzling the chicken in olive oil over medium heat, allowing each side to develop a rich, amber crust for 4-5 minutes.
- Transform a baking sheet into a staging ground, arranging the golden chicken and generously crowning it with vibrant marinara sauce and a blanket of melty mozzarella.
- Complete the culinary journey by sliding the dressed chicken into the preheated oven, allowing 15-20 minutes for the cheese to melt into a bubbling, tempting surface, optionally garnishing with fresh basil for a final aromatic touch.
Notes
- Select high-quality chicken breasts that are evenly thick for consistent cooking and crispy coating.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to ensure the breading adheres perfectly and creates a crunchy exterior.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan in the breadcrumb mixture for more intense flavor and better texture compared to pre-packaged cheese.
- For a lighter version, swap deep-frying with oven-baking or air-frying the breaded chicken to reduce oil content without compromising crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 406 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg