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Chicken Parmesan
Carolina Gomez

Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan, also known as chicken parmigiana, is a classic Italian-American dish featuring breaded chicken cutlets topped with rich marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Its crispy texture, gooey cheese, and savory tomato flavors make it a comforting favorite for family meals or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 333
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • Flour for dredging
  • Eggs beaten with water
  • Breadcrumbs Italian or panko
  • Parmesan cheese grated
  • Mozzarella cheese shredded or fresh
  • Marinara or tomato sauce
  • Olive oil for frying
  • Salt and black pepper for seasoning
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • Herbs: Fresh basil oregano
  • Provolone cheese
  • Garlic powder

Equipment

  • Meat mallet
  • Mixing bowls (3)
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Pound chicken to ½-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare dredging stations: flour, egg wash, and breadcrumb-Parmesan mix.
  3. Coat chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet and fry chicken until golden brown, ~4-5 mins per side.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  6. Layer marinara sauce in a baking dish, place chicken, add more sauce, and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
  8. Rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per 1 Serving):

  • Calories: ~333 kcal
  • Protein: 32.8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20.9 g
  • Fiber: 5.9 g
  • Fat: 10.7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg
  • Sugar: 9.4 g
  • Sodium: ~760 mg