Chicken Parmesan
This classic Chicken Parmesan recipe features crispy, golden-fried chicken breasts topped with rich marinara and gooey mozzarella. Finished in the oven for a bubbly, browned crust, it’s perfect served over pasta with garlic bread for a comforting Italian-American dinner.
Ingredients
- Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- Flour Mixture
- ½ cup flour
- 1½ tsp seasoned salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- Eggs
- 2 large eggs beaten
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Breading
- 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Cheese & Topping
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- Fresh parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Set up flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixtures in shallow bowls.
- Slice and pound chicken to ½-inch thick.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil and fry chicken in batches, 3–4 min per side. Set on wire rack.
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Notes
- For crispier results, bake chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melt and flavor.
- Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper to the marinara for a bit of heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.