Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Chicken Parmesan Recipe

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Chicken Parmesan (also called Chicken Parmigiana) is one of the most loved, most popular. Chicken Parmesan is no doubt the most popular non-pasta dish in Italian-American style restaurants. Crispy, well-seasoned chicken, a flavorful tomato sauce with a kiss of sweetness, and, of course, tons of melty cheese. It’s easy, simple, and classic.

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs, or more as needed
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or more if needed
  • ½ cup olive oil for frying, or as needed
  • ½ cup prepared tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • ½ cup grated provolone cheese
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

  • Place chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/2-inch. Season chicken thoroughly with salt and pepper.

  • Beat eggs in a shallow bowl and set aside.

  • Step 4

    Mix bread crumbs and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl, set aside.

  • Step 5

    Place flour in a sifter or strainer; sprinkle over chicken breasts, evenly coating both sides.

  • Step 6

    Dip a flour-coated chicken breast in beaten eggs. Transfer breast to the bread crumb mixture, pressing crumbs into both sides. Repeat for each breast. Let chicken rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

  • Step 7

    Heat 1/2 inch olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer. Cook chicken in the hot oil until golden, about 2 minutes per side. The chicken will finish cooking in the oven.

  • Step 8

    Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top each breast with 2 tablespoons tomato sauce. Layer each chicken breast with equal amounts of mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and provolone cheese. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan over top and drizzle each with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.

  • Step 9

    Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is browned and bubbly and chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Some small notes for you

Before we get to the recipe, here’s Top Tips of Chef John’s for making the best baked chicken Parmesan:

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