Quick way to grow perfect Chicken Parmesan
This recipe provides a quick and easy method to achieve perfectly cooked Chicken Parmesan, a classic Italian-American dish that's sure to please.
Equipment
- Meat mallet
- Shallow dishes (3)
- Large skillet
- Baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
Main
- 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup bread crumbs panko recommended
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
For Frying
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Preparation
- Pound chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness; season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set up a breading station: one shallow dish with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
Cooking
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then the bread crumb mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry breaded chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer fried chicken to a baking dish, spoon marinara sauce over each breast, and top generously with shredded mozzarella.
Baking & Serving
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired, alongside pasta or a fresh salad.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning to the bread crumb mixture. Adjust cooking times based on the thickness of your chicken breasts to ensure they are fully cooked but not dry.