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Simple Italian Chicken Parmigiana Recipe

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This Simple Italian Chicken Parmigiana is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish featuring crispy chicken cutlets smothered in marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1.5 cups breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned or plain with herbs)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry chicken until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish. Place fried chicken on top and spoon more sauce over each piece.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the chicken.
  7. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use provolone or fontina cheese for a richer flavor.
  • For a healthier version, bake the breaded chicken instead of frying.
  • Add crushed red pepper to marinara for a spicy kick.
  • Use chicken thighs for more flavor or eggplant slices for a vegetarian version.
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven or microwave.

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