Description
Succulent chicken parmesan brings Italian culinary magic to dinner tables with crispy breaded chicken nestled under melted cheese. Robust marinara sauce and perfectly seasoned breading make this classic dish a crowd-pleasing comfort meal you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
Sauce and Coating:
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, creating an ideal environment for achieving a crispy, golden-brown chicken exterior.
- Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl, preparing a smooth coating base for the chicken breasts.
- Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in another bowl, creating a flavorful and textured breading mixture.
- Thoroughly season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Dip each chicken breast into the whisked eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then generously coat with the breadcrumb-parmesan mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, preparing to create a preliminary crisp on the breaded chicken.
- Sear each breaded chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until a beautiful golden crust develops.
- Transfer the partially cooked chicken to a baking dish and generously spread marinara sauce over each piece.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly across the sauced chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil and parsley before serving, adding a burst of fresh herbaceous flavor.
Notes
- Swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond meal or crushed pork rinds for a low-carb, celiac-friendly version.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum breading adherence and achieve an extra crispy exterior.
- Use thin-sliced chicken breasts to reduce cooking time and guarantee even, consistent cooking throughout the meat.
- Select marinara with low sodium content to control overall salt levels and create a balanced flavor profile for health-conscious individuals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg