Description
A classic dish combining crispy chicken, rich marinara, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound the chicken breasts gently with a meat mallet and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up the breading station: In one bowl, place whisked eggs, and in another, combine breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
- Bread the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then transfer to the breadcrumb bowl, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken.
- Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the breaded chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Assemble the dish: Spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish, place the browned chicken on top, add more marinara sauce over each piece, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Let it rest: Allow the Chicken Parmigiana to sit for 5-10 minutes after baking.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving with garlic bread and a green salad.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, use zucchini slices instead of chicken. You can also use store-bought marinara for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmigiana, Italian chicken recipe, family dinner, comfort food