Chicken Parmigiano Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
Sauce and Topping
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Set Up Breading Stations
In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb and cheese mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Cooking and Assembly
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
In a small saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warm.
- 6
Assemble the Dish
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce, place the fried chicken on top, and cover each piece with more marinara sauce. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.