Description
Chicken Parmesan is a beloved Italian-American classic that combines crispy breaded chicken, savory marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for family gatherings or date nights, this dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a hit at any dining table. Follow this straightforward recipe to create a restaurant-quality Chicken Parmesan in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (for sauce)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear each chicken breast until golden brown on both sides (about 4 minutes per side).
- In another pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Layer browned chicken in the baking dish, spoon sauce over the top, and sprinkle generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes until bubbling and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg