Chicken Parmesan
This classic Italian dish features breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Fresh basil - For garnish
- Mozzarella cheese - 1 cup, shredded
- Marinara sauce - 2 cups
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
- Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
- Breadcrumbs - 1 cup
- Eggs - 2
- Chicken breasts - 4 boneless, skinless
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a shallow dish, beat the eggs with a fork.
- In another shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking dish and top each with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g