Italian Parmesan Chicken
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with this crowd-pleasing Italian Parmesan Chicken recipe. Perfectly tender chicken breasts are coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, then topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella cheese. Infused with a touch of Italian seasoning and baked to golden perfection, this dish combines savory, cheesy, and herby notes in every bite. Finished with fresh basil leaves for a pop of flavor and vibrant presentation, it's an irresistible dinner option that's both satisfying and easy to make. Pair it with pasta, a crisp green salad, or warm garlic bread for a complete meal that will have everyone going back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Sprinkle the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and another with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to ensure the crumbs adhere well.
In a large oven-proof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Remove the skillet from heat and spoon marinara sauce evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot with pasta, salad, or garlic bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.4 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.0 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1057 mg | 352% | |
| Sodium | 6770 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 294.3 g | 589% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1460 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 8% | |
*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.
