Chicken Parmesan
Crispy and cheesy chicken parmesan made with tender chicken breast, delicious marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for any family dinner.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 lb)
- 1.5 teaspoons salt enhances flavor
- 5 cups breadcrumbs adds crunch
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano herbaceous flavor
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme earthy notes
- to taste black pepper provides warmth
- as needed all-purpose flour for dredging, creates a crust
- 6 large eggs binds coating
- 2 tablespoons whole milk adds moisture
- as needed vegetable oil for frying, for crispiness
- as needed olive oil flavor enhancer
For the sauce and topping
- 7 cups marinara sauce moisture and flavor
- ⅔ cup grated Parmesan salty, nutty quality
- 1 lb fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced creamy texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by pounding the chicken breast halves to an even thickness, about half an inch, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- In a large bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Lightly coat each piece of chicken in all-purpose flour, shaking off the excess.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and whole milk until fully blended.
- Dip each flour-coated chicken breast into the egg wash and let excess drip off.
- Coat the chicken in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure adherence.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken until deeply golden on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce.
- Arrange the fried chicken on top of the sauce, then pour the remaining marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and thinly sliced fresh mozzarella on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Notes
Serve with pasta or a fresh salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat to maintain crispiness.