Chicken Parmesan Express
Say hello to weeknight perfection with "Chicken Parmesan Express," a quick and delicious twist on an Italian-American classic! With just 10 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking, this recipe brings crispy, golden chicken breasts coated in a flavorful Parmesan-breadcrumb crust to your table in a flash. Topped with rich marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and optional fresh basil, this dish is a savory delight that’s perfect for busy evenings or casual family dinners. It’s all cooked in one skillet and finished in the oven for an effortless cleanup. Serve it with pasta, a crisp salad, or garlic bread for a well-rounded meal that's ready to impress. Perfect for lovers of comfort food and bold Italian flavors, "Chicken Parmesan Express" will quickly become a household favorite! Keywords: chicken parmesan, quick dinner recipe, easy Italian chicken, crispy chicken breast, one-skillet meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Coat each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the eggs, and then coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove the skillet from heat. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve hot with your favorite pasta, salad, or bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1186 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 286 mg | 6% | |
*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.
