Chicken Parmesan
The ultimate comfort food, Chicken Parmesan combines crispy chicken, rich marinara, and gooey cheese for an easy weeknight dinner. It’s a classic that never fails to satisfy!
Equipment
- Grater
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Skillet
- Chef's Knife
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds chicken breasts thin sliced
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese divided
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1½ cups spaghetti sauce divided
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese sliced or shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). This ensures that your Chicken Parmesan will bake evenly.
- Prepare the chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to about ¼-inch thickness. This step is crucial for even cooking. If the breasts are large, feel free to cut them in half.
- Bread the chicken: In one shallow bowl, place the flour. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs. In a third bowl, mix the Italian bread crumbs with 1 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Coat one chicken breast at a time: Start with the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it in the eggs, letting any excess drip off. Finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s evenly covered.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. To test if the oil is ready, drop a pinch of breadcrumb into it; if it sizzles, you’re good to go.
- Add the chicken cutlets to the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd them. Fry until they’re golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Once cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Now it’s time to assemble your Chicken Parmesan: Spread ¾ cup of the spaghetti sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place the browned chicken cutlets over the sauce, slightly overlapping if necessary. Spoon the remaining sauce over the chicken, making sure to cover them well.
- Top the dish with the mozzarella cheese and sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake your Chicken Parmesan in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and begins to brown, about 15 to 20 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the smell fills your kitchen.
- Serve the Chicken Parmesan with pasta on the side or in a large roll as a sandwich. Enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional values: Based on one serving.