Description
Enjoy a classic Italian favorite with this delicious Chicken Parmesan recipe. Tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust, topped with tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
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Chicken Parmesan:
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs, or more as needed
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or more if needed
- 1/2 cup olive oil for frying, or as needed
- 1/2 cup prepared tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup grated provolone cheese
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Instructions
- Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Preheat the oven. Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and coat in flour.
- Bread the Chicken: Dip chicken in beaten eggs, then dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the Chicken: Fry coated chicken in olive oil until golden on both sides.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer chicken to a baking dish, top with tomato sauce, cheeses, basil, and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Use high-quality tomato sauce for best results.
- Experiment with different herbs for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 471
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 187mg
