Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Easy & Cheesy Chicken Parmesan that is sure to become a family favorite. Tender breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce and a blend of gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
For Assembling:
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded or thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- Fresh parsley (chopped (plus extra for garnish))
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thin fillets. Pound them gently to ensure even thickness. You’ll end up with 4 fillets. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Set Up the Breading Station: Arrange three shallow bowls: Bowl 1: Flour, Bowl 2: Beaten eggs, Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken fillet: in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip into the egg, letting the excess drip, then press into the breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Pan-Fry to Perfection: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry the chicken in batches, 2–3 fillets at a time, for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Assemble the Parm: Spoon 1/3 to 1/2 cup of marinara sauce over each fillet. Top generously with mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly, and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F/74°C).
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over spaghetti, or pair with a crisp side salad for a lighter take. Enjoy the ultimate Chicken Parm experience!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Easy Recipe, Cheesy Chicken, Dinner, Italian Cuisine
