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The Best Chicken Parmesan

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 3-5 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

Indulge in the deliciousness of this crispy and cheesy chicken parmesan recipe that will leave you craving for more.


Ingredients

– 3/4 cup Flour

– 2 eggs

– 1 1/4 cup Italian Panko Bread Crumbs

– 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese

– 2 1/2 tbsp chopped Parsley, divided

– 2-4 tbsp Oil

– 3 boneless skinless Chicken Breast halves

– 24 oz Marinara Sauce


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

2. In one bowl, place the flour. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and 1 1/2 tbsp parsley.

3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.

4. Heat oil in a large skillet and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides.

5. Place chicken in a baking dish, top each breast with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and remaining parsley. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.


Notes

– For a healthier version, you can bake the breaded chicken instead of frying it.

– Feel free to add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 585
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 47g
  • Cholesterol: 170mg