Champion Chicken Parmesan

Transform your kitchen into an Italian trattoria with our irresistible Champion Chicken Parmesan! This recipe delivers a perfect blend of juicy, golden-breaded chicken breasts layered with tangy marinara sauce and bubbling melted mozzarella, all crowned with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. With its crispy coating made from Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs and freshly grated Parmesan, this dish offers a truly restaurant-quality experience right at home. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a comforting weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend feast. Serve it with your favorite pasta for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal, and don't forget the fresh basil garnish for that extra pop of flavor! Perfectly crispy, cheesy, and utterly satisfying, this Chicken Parmesan recipe is guaranteed to win hearts every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs, Italian seasoned
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 16 ounces Pasta of choice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Set up a breading station: Place the flour in a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk in a second bowl, and in a third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture. Press lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.

Step 6

Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each chicken breast, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

If desired, cook the pasta according to package instructions while the chicken is baking.

Step 9

Garnish the Chicken Parmesan with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately, either on its own or over the cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2433.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4703.8

Total Fat 159.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 1094.3mg	0%
Sodium 7678.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 468.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.3g
Protein 344.5g	0%

Vitamin D 102.0IU	0%
Calcium 1750.1mg	0%
Iron 32.2mg	0%
Potassium 2796.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 40.0%