Parmesan Chicken

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy, Parmesan Chicken is the ultimate comfort dish that combines classic Italian flavor with easy weeknight convenience. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned, breaded with a savory blend of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan, and pan-fried to perfection before being smothered in rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. Finished in the oven for a bubbly, melty topping and garnished with fresh basil, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in just 45 minutes. Perfect as a main course, serve it alongside pasta, a crisp salad, or roasted vegetables for a dinner that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re entertaining or treating the family, Parmesan Chicken is a timeless crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Keywords: Parmesan Chicken recipe, crispy chicken, Italian comfort food, family dinner ideas, baked chicken breast recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 0.75 cups grated parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups olive oil
• 1.5 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cups mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness.

Step 3

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, another with beaten eggs and milk, and the third with a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip them into the egg mixture and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary to avoid crowding the pan.

Step 7

Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over the top of each piece.

Step 8

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara-covered chicken.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1700.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3550.6

Total Fat 147.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 1080.1mg	0%
Sodium 6638.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 316.0g	0%

Vitamin D 113.1IU	0%
Calcium 1736.1mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 474.9mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 35.8%

Carbs: 26.6%