Chicken Parmesan
Prep Time:10 minutes Cook Time:20 minutes Total Time:30 minutes Servings: 4
The classic, and amazing chicken parmesan; chicken coated in parmesan and crispy fried bread crumbs and smothered in melted mozzarella and tasty marinara sauce!
ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free for gluten-free) (I like panko)
- 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated
- 2 tablespoons flour
- oil for frying
- 1 pound chicken breasts (boneless and skinless), pounded thin or butterflied
- 1 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
directions
- Mix the eggs, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in a wide bowl.
- Mix the breadcrumbs and parmesan in another bowl.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Lightly dust the chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the chicken in the egg mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Press the chicken into the breadcrumbs to coat on all sides and shake off any excess.
- Cook the chicken in the oil in the pan until golden brown on both sides and place on a baking pan.
- Sprinkle on the mozzarella and bake in a preheated 350F/180C oven until the cheese has melted, about 5-10 minutes.
- Heat the marinara sauce and serve the chicken with the sauce!
Option: Garnish with fresh basil!
Option: Cook pasta while making the chicken parm for a complete meal that’s ready in less than 30 minutes!
Nutrition Facts: Calories 976, Fat 74g (Saturated 13g, Trans 0.3g), Cholesterol 183mg, Sodium 1156mg, Carbs 33g (Fiber 3g, Sugars 9g), Protein 41g
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