“I’ve made this dozens of times and the family cannot get enough! – Don’t lose this recipe!”
Unleash your inner chef as we delve into the art of crafting a delectable Chicken Parmesan. This comprehensive guide provides a detailed outline, guiding you through each step of the process. Let’s embark on a culinary journey and transform simple ingredients into a gourmet masterpiece.
Ingredients:
| INGREDIENTS | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts | 4 |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
| All-purpose flour | 1 cup (125 g) |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Italian-style breadcrumbs | 1 1/2 cups (150 g) |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup (50 g) |
| Vegetable oil | 1 cup (240 ml) |
| Marinara sauce | 2 cups (480 ml) |
| Shredded mozzarella cheese | 2 cups (200 g) |
| Fresh basil | For garnish |
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Breading Station:
- Set up three shallow plates: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in the third.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Frying:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry breaded chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Baking:
- Place fried chicken breasts on a baking sheet.
- Spoon 1/2 cup marinara sauce over each breast, spreading it evenly.
- Top each breast with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finishing Touches:
- Remove Chicken Parmesan from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve:
- Serve with spaghetti or your favorite pasta.
