2poundsboneless, skinless chicken breastscut into 4 cutlets, pounded to 0.5 inch thickness
1cupall-purpose flour
2large eggsbeaten
1.5cupsplain breadcrumbs
0.5cupgrated Parmesan cheese
0.5teaspoonsalt
0.25teaspoonblack pepper
0.5cupolive oilfor frying
Sauce and Topping
24ouncesmarinara sauce
8ouncesshredded mozzarella cheese
0.25cupgrated Parmesan cheesefor topping
1tablespoonchopped fresh parsleyfor 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.