Chicken Parmesan Recipe
Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and mozzarella.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Topping
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Breading Setup
Set up a breading station: Place the flour on a plate, beat the eggs in a bowl, and mix the breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese in another bowl.
- 3
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.
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 5
Bake the Chicken
Transfer the cooked chicken to a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Final Steps
- 6
Bake
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Optional: Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Serve hot with your choice of pasta or salad.