Chicken Parmigiana Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken Parmigiana
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Set up the Breading Station
Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 5
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a baking dish.
- 6
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Bake
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil before serving.