Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Here’s a delicious and classic Chicken Parmesan recipe:

Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
2. Prepare the chicken:
   • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a mallet or rolling pin.
   • Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
3. Bread the chicken:
   • Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and oregano.
   • Coat each chicken breast in flour, then dip into the eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
4. Sear the chicken:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Cook the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown (they don’t need to be fully cooked through).
5. Assemble:
   • Place the seared chicken in the greased baking dish.
   • Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
6. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
7. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve hot with pasta or a side salad.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Parmesan!