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A vibrant dish of chicken parmesan topped with melted cheese and fresh herbs.

Quick way to grow succulent Chicken Parmesan

This recipe offers a speedy approach to making succulent Chicken Parmesan, perfect for a weeknight meal. It focuses on efficiency without compromising on flavor, delivering a tender chicken cutlet topped with cheese and sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
Breading
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce & Cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • shallow dishes
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for Panko and Parmesan mixture.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Coat each pounded chicken breast in flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
  2. Pan-fry the breaded chicken in a lightly oiled skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet and top each with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella.
Baking & Serving
  1. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through.
  2. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can lightly toast the Panko breadcrumbs before breading. Serve with your favorite pasta or a side salad.