Parmesan Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this classic Parmesan Chicken recipe—an irresistible combination of tender chicken breasts, golden breadcrumb coating, and rich marinara sauce, all crowned with gooey mozzarella and fresh basil. Perfectly seasoned and pan-fried to a crisp, the chicken is finished in the oven, ensuring a juicy center and a beautifully melted cheese topping. This family favorite offers authentic Italian flavors in every bite and is ready in just 45 minutes. Whether served with pasta, a fresh side salad, or crusty garlic bread, Parmesan Chicken is a crowd-pleaser that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Packed with keywords like "breaded chicken," "Italian-inspired recipe," "marinara sauce," and "easy chicken dinner," this dish promises to bring a little gourmet magic to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cups grated parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups olive oil
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cups mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, another with beaten eggs and milk, and the third with a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip them into the egg mixture and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary to avoid crowding the pan.
Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over the top of each piece.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara-covered chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.4 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.8 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1080 mg | 360% | |
| Sodium | 6639 mg | 289% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.2 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 316.0 g | 632% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1736 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 21.0 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 475 mg | 10% | |
*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.
