Classic Chicken Parmesan
A classic and delicious Italian dish featuring breaded chicken breasts smothered in tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
30m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups marinara sauce
4 slices mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Step 2
Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2-inch.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, and pepper.
Step 4
In a separate shallow dish, beat eggs.
Step 5
In a third shallow dish, mix together breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
Step 6
Coat each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and coat in breadcrumb mixture.
Step 7
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Step 8
Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and spoon marinara sauce over each piece. Top with a slice of mozzarella cheese.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 10
Serve the chicken Parmesan with your favorite pasta