Chicken Parmigiana (Parmesan) Recipe

Name: Chicken Parmigiana (Parmesan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 cup Italian bread crumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano; 1 tsp garlic powder; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup flour; 1 cup olive oil; 4 tbsp butter; 1/2 lb Mozzarella cheese - sliced; 2 cup marinara sauce

Servings: persons

1
One at a time; place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound until the they are 1/4 inch thick.
2
Flip the breasts occasionally as you pound.
3
I use a meat tenderizer to pound.
4
Combine bread crumbs, garlic powder and Romano cheese and set aside on a plate.
5
Dredge chicken breasts in flour.
6
Beat eggs in a separate bowl and dip floured chicken breasts.
7
One at a time place chicken breasts on plate with bread crumb mixture and coat breasts completely in mixture.
8
Set breasts aside and allow to dry for 20-30 minutes.
9
Heat oil and butter over medium high heat.
10
When oil is hot add chicken breasts.
11
(You will probably have to do this in two batches.)
12
Fry breasts until golden brown; about 5 minutes per side.
13
Place cooked breasts on paper towels to soak up some of the oil.
14
Transfer breasts to a cookie sheet at top with marinara sauce and slices on Mozzarella.
15
Sprinkle with Parmesan if you have any left over.
16
Broil in oven until cheese is melted and starts to brown.
17
(About 5 minutes but check often!)
18
Optional - serve with spaghetti and marinara.

1109

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 2 cup Italian bread crumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano, 1 tsp garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Chicken Parmigiana (Parmesan) 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 Parmigiana (Parmesan)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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