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Classic Chicken Parmesan

Crispy breaded chicken topped with marinara and melted cheese for the perfect Italian-American comfort dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Italian, Italian-American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Parmesan
  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced horizontally
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cups Italian breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
  • fresh basil chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Slice and pound chicken cutlets evenly.
  2. Prepare breading stations with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Bread chicken in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
  4. Fry chicken cutlets until golden and crispy.
  5. Place chicken in baking dish with marinara and cheese.
  6. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for best melting and flavor.