Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Best Chicken Parm, a beloved Italian-American dish that masterfully combines crispy breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese. This delightful recipe offers a perfect contrast of textures, with its crunchy exterior yielding to tender chicken inside. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, the Best Chicken Parm can be served over pasta or paired with garlic bread for a satisfying meal. In just under an hour, you can impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make dish that captures the essence of traditional Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour, then into the eggs, and finally coat it in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each piece of chicken until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
- Place fried chicken in the prepared baking dish, pour marinara sauce over each piece, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg