Chicken Parm Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Breading Setup
Set up a breading station: Place the flour in one shallow dish, beat the eggs in another dish, and put the breadcrumbs in a third dish.
- 3
Breading the Chicken
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure the chicken is well-coated.
Cooking Chicken
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Sauce
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10-15 minutes. Stir in the chopped basil at the end.
Assembling the Dish
- 7
Layer the Chicken and Sauce
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, place the fried chicken breasts, and spoon the tomato sauce over each piece.
- 8
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese generously on top of each chicken breast.
Baking
- 9
Bake the Chicken Parm
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 10
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
