Create an Italian-American masterpiece in your own kitchen with this classic Chicken Parmesan (or Chicken Parmigiana) recipe! This guide shows you how to make perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken cutlets that stay crunchy even after being smothered in rich marinara sauce and blanketed with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. We’ll share the secrets to a perfect breading that doesn’t fall off and the best way to assemble and bake for that epic cheese pull. It’s a hearty, satisfying, and deeply comforting meal that the whole family will love. Serve it over a bed of spaghetti for a truly iconic dinner experience.
Recipe Summary (Serves 4):
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Ingredients: 4 thin-sliced chicken breasts (or 2 large breasts, butterflied and pounded thin), 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs (beaten), vegetable oil for frying, 1.5 cups marinara sauce, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, fresh basil for garnish.
Instructions:
Prep Station: Set up three shallow dishes. One with flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), one with the beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with the Parmesan cheese.
Bread Chicken: Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour, then dip in the egg, and finally press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat completely.
Pan-Fry: Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. They don’t need to be cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack.
Assemble & Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the fried chicken in the dish. Top each cutlet with a spoonful of marinara sauce, followed by a generous layer of mozzarella and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan.
Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
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