Chicken Parmesan

Here’s a classic, delicious Chicken Parmesan recipe for you!

Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally to make 4 thinner cutlets)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned or plain + 1 tsp Italian seasoning)

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1-2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• Olive oil or vegetable oil (for frying)

• Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)

• Cooked pasta or a side salad (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prep the chicken:

   • Slice chicken breasts horizontally to make thinner cutlets. If needed, pound them gently between plastic wrap to even thickness (~1/2 inch).

   • Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Set up dredging stations:

   • Place flour in a shallow dish.

   • Beat eggs in another shallow dish.

   • Mix breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan in a third shallow dish.

3. Coat the chicken:

   • Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off excess.

   • Dip in beaten eggs, letting excess drip off.

   • Press into breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture until well coated.

4. Cook the chicken:

   • Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

   • Fry chicken cutlets 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

   • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

5. Assemble and bake:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish.

   • Place fried chicken cutlets in the dish.

   • Spoon marinara sauce over each cutlet.

   • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly on top.

   • Bake uncovered for about 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

   • Serve hot with pasta, garlic bread, or a green salad.