Easy Chicken Parmigiana
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Chicken Parmigiana recipe—crispy, golden chicken cutlets smothered in a rich marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfectly seasoned and coated with Italian breadcrumbs, each chicken breast is pan-fried to perfection before being baked to a bubbly, cheesy finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is a family-friendly favorite, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve it over a bed of spaghetti or pair it with a crisp green salad for a complete, satisfying meal. With its simple prep and irresistible flavors, this classic Italian-American recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs (preferably Italian seasoned)
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 pieces fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
- 12 ounces cooked spaghetti (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place each chicken breast between sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 2 tablespoons of water, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it in the egg mixture, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture. Press the breadcrumbs lightly onto the chicken to ensure it sticks.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry two chicken breasts at a time until golden-brown and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts, adding more oil as needed.
Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Place the fried chicken breasts on top of the sauce.
Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the chicken and sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve hot over cooked spaghetti or alongside a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.8 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.5 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1084 mg | 361% | |
| Sodium | 6267 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 337.8 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 326.8 g | 654% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1593 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 2474 mg | 53% | |
*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.
