Classic Chicken Parmesan
Crispy breaded chicken breasts smothered in rich marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella cheese. This Italian-American comfort food classic is perfect for a satisfying dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 4 unitsboneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
- 1/2 cupall-purpose flour
- 2 unitslarge eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cupspanko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cupsmarinara sauce
- 8 ouncesfresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cupolive oil for frying
- 2 tablespoonsfresh basil, chopped
Method
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko and Parmesan cheese.
- 3
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg, and then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Transfer the fried chicken to a baking sheet and spread a generous spoonful of marinara sauce over each piece.
- 6
Top each breast with a slice of fresh mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 8
Garnish with fresh basil before serving hot, perhaps over your favorite pasta.
