Chicken Parmesano Recipe

Name: Chicken Parmesano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 4 -5 minced garlic cloves; 4 (796 ml) cans diced tomatoes; 1 (156 ml) can tomato paste; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 tablespoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts; salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated; ⅔ cup Italian cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 -5 minced garlic cloves
4 (796 ml) cans diced tomatoes
1 (156 ml) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons dried basil
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
⅔ cup Italian cheese, grated

1
Saute onion in olive oil until translucent.
2
Add garlic, saute 1 min more.
3
Add tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, basil and Worcestershire sauce.
4
Bring to a boil then simmer for at least 2 hours.
5
Cut each breast into quarters.
6
One at a time, place chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and pound until 1/4 inch thick.
7
Season each piece with salt and pepper.
8
Heat olive oil in skillet, fry chicken until no longer pink inside.
9
Place in 9x13 casserole dish.
10
Top with enough tomato sauce to cover the chicken.
11
Bake at 350F for 30 minutes.
12
Top with cheeses and return to oven until cheese is melted.
13
Use the extra sauce on your pasta.

469

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large onion, diced, 4 -5 minced garlic cloves, 4 (796 ml) cans diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Chicken Parmesano falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Parmesano

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Variations & substitutions

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