Description
Cheesy Chicken Parmesan features crispy golden breaded chicken topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. This comforting Italian-inspired classic makes the perfect family dinner with simple ingredients and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts evenly.
- Coat chicken in flour.
- Dip into egg and milk mixture.
- Press into seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Place chicken in baking dish with marinara sauce.
- Top with mozzarella and extra Parmesan.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
- Garnish with basil and serve warm.
Notes
For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture. Serve with spaghetti or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 140mg