Chicken Parmigiana Recipe
Breaded Cutlet with Mozzarella, Provolone, Marinara, Spaghetti
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Ingredients
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Chicken Cutlet
Toppings
Spaghetti
Method
Preparing the Chicken Cutlet
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dip each chicken breast first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumbs, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Assembling the Chicken Parmigiana
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom. Place the fried chicken cutlets on top of the sauce.
- 6
Add Cheese
Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken cutlet and top with equal parts mozzarella and provolone cheese.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Cooking the Spaghetti
- 8
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 9
Cook Spaghetti
Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 10
Serving
- 11
Plate the Dish
Serve the baked chicken parmigiana alongside the spaghetti. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil or parsley.