Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZinfandel GrilleMary’s Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Mary’s Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Inspired by Zinfandel Grille
Time1h
Serves4

Breaded Chicken Breast, Slow Cooked Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, Brown Butter Gnudi, Broccolini

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Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinara

Brown Butter Gnudi

Vegetable

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dip each chicken breast in flour, then in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the breaded chicken until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a baking dish.

  2. 2

    Bake Chicken

    Pour marinara sauce over the chicken breasts and top with slices of fresh mozzarella. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Brown Butter Gnudi

  1. 3

    Make the Gnudi

    In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan, egg yolk, and salt. Mix until a dough forms. Roll into small balls and set aside.

  2. 4

    Cook the Gnudi

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, carefully drop the gnudi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

  3. 5

    Brown the Butter

    In a skillet, melt the stick of butter over medium heat until it starts to brown. Add the cooked gnudi and toss gently to coat.

Vegetable Preparation

  1. 6

    Sauté the Broccolini

    In a separate pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and broccolini, sautéing until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, place a portion of the baked chicken parmesan, add a side of brown butter gnudi, and finish with sautéed broccolini.

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