Chicken Parmesan: Breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and cheese, then baked.

Here’s a delicious recipe for Chicken Parmesan, featuring breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and cheese, then baked to perfection. This dish is comforting and full of flavor!

Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• Salt and pepper (to taste)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)

• Olive oil (for frying)

For the Topping:

• 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• Fresh basil leaves (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch thick). This helps the chicken cook evenly.

   • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

2. Set Up the Breading Station:

   • In one shallow dish, place the flour.

   • In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs.

   • In a third shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried Italian herbs.

3. Bread the Chicken:

   • Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess.

   • Dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.

   • Finally, coat the chicken with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres well.

4. Fry the Chicken:

   • In a large skillet, heat a generous amount of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts.

   • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

   • Remove the chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

5. Assemble the Dish:

   • In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.

   • Place the fried chicken cutlets on top of the sauce.

   • Spoon more marinara sauce over each chicken piece, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.

6. Bake:

   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Serve:

   • Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

   • Serve hot with pasta, a side salad, or crusty bread.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Parmesan!

Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite herbs and spices or add veggies to the marinara sauce for extra flavor. Enjoy!

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