Chicken Parmesan

Name: Chicken Parmesan
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 people
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs; 1.75 cups Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0 to taste salt; 0 to taste black pepper; 1.25 cups olive oil; 2 cups marinara sauce; 2 cloves garlic; 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0 to taste fresh basil leaves; 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese

A classic Italian-American comfort dish

Prep: 20mCook: 25mTotal: 45m4 peopleMediumItalian-AmericanMain Course

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Ingredients

boneless, skinless chicken breasts4 pieces
all-purpose flour1 cup
eggs2 large
Italian-style breadcrumbs1 cup
Parmesan cheese1.75 cups
garlic powder1 teaspoon
dried oregano1 teaspoon
salt0 to taste
black pepper0 to taste
olive oil1.25 cups
marinara sauce2 cups
garlic2 cloves
red pepper flakes0.5 teaspoon
fresh basil leaves0 to taste
mozzarella cheese1.5 cups

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Instructions

1
Prepare the chicken: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2
Set up the breading station: Place flour in a shallow dish. Beat eggs in a second dish. Combine breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano in a third dish.
3
Bread the chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beaten eggs, then press into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly.
4
Preheat oven: Set oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
5
Pan-fry the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook breaded chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6
Prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add marinara sauce and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
7
Assemble: Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken breast. Top with shredded mozzarella and remaining Parmesan cheese.
8
Bake: Place in preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
9
Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Tips

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Pound the chicken to even thickness so it cooks uniformly.
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Don't skip the flour step -- it helps the egg wash adhere to the chicken.
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For extra crunch, mix panko breadcrumbs with Italian breadcrumbs.
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Serve over spaghetti or with a simple side salad and crusty bread.
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Leftovers reheat well in a 350 degree F oven for 10-12 minutes.