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Chicken Parmesan

A classic Italian-American dish featuring crispy breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Breading

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 4 cutlets, pounded to 0.5 inch thickness
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cups plain breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup olive oil for frying

Sauce and Topping

  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  • Dredge each chicken cutlet first in flour, shaking off excess. Then dip in the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully add the breaded chicken cutlets and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat. Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken cutlets. Sprinkle with mozzarella and the remaining 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with your favorite pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.