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A serving of chicken parmesan topped with melted cheese and marinara sauce.

Quick way to grow Chicken Parmesan Dish

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious Chicken Parmesan dish, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Meat mallet (or rolling pin)
  • Shallow dishes (3)
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of Panko and grated Parmesan in a third.
Cooking
  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge each piece in flour, dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with the Panko-Parmesan mixture.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking sheet, spread marinara sauce over each piece, and top with mozzarella cheese.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh basil before serving hot.

Notes

Serve with your favorite pasta or a side salad for a complete meal. For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.