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Chicken Parmigiana

Italian classic at its best with breaded fried chicken breast, then smothered in baked crispy and cheesy marinara!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: 10 minute meals, baked cheese, Baked chicken, breaded chicken, cheesy, chicken parmigiana, comfort food, crispy marinara, italian, Italian chicken, italian classic, italian cooking, italian food, pasta
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2-3 chicken breasts, halved and flattened with a mallet
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 cup italian bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • shredded parmesan cheese, for topping
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 400°
  • Slice the chicken breasts in half and beat to a thin even thickness with a kitchen mallet.
  • Season the breasts with salt and pepper
  • In 3 shallow dishes add flour to one, egg and the milk or cream, and then the breadcrumbs in a 3rd bowl.
    The cream is the secret to a juicy chicken.
  • Whisk the egg and cream. Then season the flour with the italian seasoning.
  • Dip the chicken in the flour, egg, then breadcrumbs. Add about 3 inches of vegetable oil to a large pan, over medium-high heat. Add the breasts, cook until the breasts are golden brown, and have a nice crust.
    Flip and continue cooking until done. A thermometer should read 165℉
    Move to a cooling rack or plate lined with paper plates.
  • On a baking sheet pour on the marinara and then cover in the shredded mozzarella cheese.
    Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
  • The next step is to pour the cheese sauce all over the chicken.
    Using a large spatula or pastry scraper, cut a square portion and scoop the sauce/cheese onto the chicken.
  • Sprinkle with parm cheese and fresh parsley or basil.
  • ENJOY!