Chef Flower's Cheat Chicken Parmigiana

Experience the ultimate comfort food made effortless with Chef Flower's Cheat Chicken Parmigiana! This quick and easy recipe transforms classic chicken parm into a weeknight-friendly delight, featuring golden, crispy chicken cutlets coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, topped with luscious marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the option to serve it over spaghetti, this no-fuss dish is perfect for busy nights or casual dinner parties. Garnished with fragrant fresh basil leaves, it strikes the perfect balance of flavor and simplicity, giving you all the indulgence of traditional Italian cooking without the hassle.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned)
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1.5 cups Store-bought marinara sauce
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 4 pieces Fresh basil leaves
• 8 ounces Spaghetti (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.

Step 3

Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

In one shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. In another bowl, beat the eggs.

Step 5

Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat both sides in the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently so the breadcrumbs adhere well.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown (they don't need to be fully cooked).

Step 7

Transfer the partially cooked chicken to a baking dish. Spoon a generous amount of marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Optional: While the chicken bakes, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions if serving as a side. Drain and set aside.

Step 10

Once the chicken is done, garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately. Pair with spaghetti or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1362.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2632.6

Total Fat 125.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 795.8mg	0%
Sodium 6395.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 191.7g	0%

Vitamin D 85.5IU	0%
Calcium 1270.3mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 2260.1mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 28.1%