Description
Classic Chicken Parmesan features crispy, breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfectly baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh basil, this dish makes a hearty, comforting meal that will satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the dredging station: In three separate bowls, place flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in the third.
- Season and coat the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Assemble and bake: Place chicken in a baking dish, cover with marinara sauce, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Serve with pasta, garlic bread, or a side salad for a complete meal. For a lighter version, try baking the chicken instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes