Chicken Parmigiana Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Sauce Preparation
Topping Preparation
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
Dredge the Chicken
Set up a dredging station: place all-purpose flour in one shallow dish, beat the eggs in a second dish, and place breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese in a third dish. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Assemble the Dish
In a baking dish, spread a layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom. Place the fried chicken breasts on top and cover each with more tomato sauce. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- 6
Bake the Chicken Parmigiana
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve hot with pasta or a side salad.
