Description
A comforting homemade Chicken Parmesan with crispy breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese baked until bubbly and golden.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 500 g), sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken on both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Prepare three bowls: add flour to the first, beat the eggs with milk in the second, and mix the breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and oregano in the third.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip it into the egg mixture, then coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Place the fried chicken pieces in a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, then serve hot.
Notes
- Let the breaded chicken rest for a few minutes before frying to help the coating stick better.
- You can swap mozzarella with provolone for a sharper flavor.
- For a lighter version, bake the breaded chicken instead of frying it.
- Add extra Parmesan on top before baking for a richer finish.
- Serve over spaghetti or in a sandwich roll for a tasty variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for best crispiness.
- You can freeze the fried chicken before adding sauce and cheese, then thaw, assemble, and bake later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1080 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 49 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
