Homemade Chicken Parmesan
Indulge in the timeless comfort of Homemade Chicken Parmesan, a family-favorite Italian-American dish that combines juicy, golden-breaded chicken cutlets with layers of luscious marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella. This crowd-pleasing recipe is easy to make, featuring a classic breading technique with seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan for an irresistibly crispy coating. Baked to perfection, the chicken is paired with tender spaghetti for a complete, hearty meal—and a sprinkle of fresh basil adds a touch of elegance. Ready in under an hour, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Treat your taste buds to this restaurant-quality chicken parmesan right from your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces Spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the chicken breasts by placing them between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness, approximately 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 all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with breadcrumbs combined with grated Parmesan cheese and dried Italian seasoning.
Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs gently onto the chicken to ensure they adhere well.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, pan-fry the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
Spoon marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
While the chicken is baking, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Serve the baked chicken parmesan over a bed of spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.6 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 6295 mg | 274% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.9 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 198.3 g | 397% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1498 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1345 mg | 29% | |
*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.
