Description
Discover the best chicken parmigiana recipe, featuring crispy layers of breaded chicken, rich parmesan, and gooey melted cheese for a perfect Italian classic!
Ingredients
For Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved)
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1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder
Breading Station:
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1 cup flour, 2 eggs (whisked), 1 cup panko, ½ cup Parmesan, 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Sauce & Topping:
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2 cups marinara, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, ½ cup grated Parmesan, ¼ cup fresh basil
Cooking: ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
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Prep Chicken: Pound to ½-inch thickness; season.
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Bread: Dredge in flour → egg → panko mix. Rest 5 mins.
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Fry: Cook in olive oil 3-4 mins/side until golden.
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Assemble: Layer marinara, chicken, and cheeses in baking dish.
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Bake: 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 mins until bubbly.
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Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh basil. Rest 5 mins before serving.
Notes
- Extra Crispy: Mix 1 tbsp olive oil into panko before breading.
- Make Ahead: Fry cutlets up to 2 days ahead; assemble before baking.
- Gluten-Free: Use GF panko and almond flour.
- Reheating: Oven or air fryer only (microwave = soggy).
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Frying + Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 45
Keywords: Crispy Chicken Parmigiana