Chicken Parmesan (classic Italian-American comfort food) is crispy breaded chicken topped with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese—simple and incredibly satisfying.
🍗 Ingredients (serves 3–4)
- 2 large chicken breasts (halved into thin cutlets)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the chicken
- Pound chicken to even thickness.
- Season with salt and pepper.
2. Bread it
- Coat in flour → dip in eggs → coat with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
3. Fry until crispy
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
4. Add sauce & cheese
- Place chicken in a baking dish.
- Spoon marinara over each piece.
- Top with mozzarella.
5. Bake
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
🍝 Serving Ideas
- With spaghetti or pasta
- With garlic bread
- Or over a fresh salad for a lighter option
🔥 Pro Tip
For extra crunch, mix a little panko with regular breadcrumbs—and don’t skip frying before baking!
If you want, I can show you a quick one-pan or baked-only version (less oil but still crispy).
