Breaded Turkey or Chicken Parmesan
Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Breaded Turkey or Chicken Parmesan recipe is a classic Italian-American dish that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen. Perfectly seasoned turkey or chicken breasts are pounded thin, coated in a golden breadcrumb-Parmesan crust, and pan-fried to crisp perfection. Smothered in rich marinara sauce, blanketed with gooey mozzarella cheese, and baked to bubbly, golden excellence, this dish is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Fresh basil adds a fragrant touch, while optional spaghetti makes it a complete hearty meal. Ready in under an hour and customizable with turkey or chicken, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. Whether you're a fan of crispy textures or melty cheese, this Italian favorite will quickly become a household staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Turkey or chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 pound Spaghetti (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the turkey or chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
Season both sides of the meat with salt and pepper.
Set up a dredging station: place the flour in a shallow bowl, beat the eggs with 2 tablespoons of water in another bowl, and mix the breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese in a third bowl.
Dredge each piece of turkey or chicken in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, fry the breaded turkey or chicken until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange the fried meat on top of the sauce.
Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the meat, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
If serving with spaghetti, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions while the meat is baking. Serve the Breaded Turkey or Chicken Parmesan over the cooked spaghetti.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 361.3 g | 463% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.1 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1125 mg | 375% | |
| Sodium | 9805 mg | 426% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 598.5 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 322.0 g | 644% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 3018 mg | 232% | |
| Iron | 36.1 mg | 201% | |
| Potassium | 2540 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
