Easy Chicken Parmesan Recipe
This Easy Chicken Parmesan is a crowd-pleaser! Crispy chicken, gooey cheese, and rich marinara sauce come together for a comforting classic.
Equipment
- Meat mallet or rolling pin
- Three shallow dishes
- Large Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup marinara or tomato sauce
- 8 slices mozzarella cheese
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
- 1 bunch fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Instructions:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Step 2: Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes: flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Step 3: Coat each chicken breast in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Step 4: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Step 5: In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce, place the chicken, top with more sauce, mozzarella, provolone, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes if desired.
- Step 7: Let it rest for a few minutes, garnish with chopped basil, and serve hot.
Notes
- Chicken can be substituted with chicken thighs for more flavor.
- Serve with pasta, garlic bread, or a salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.