Easy Crispy Chicken Parmesan
A classic Italian-American dish featuring crispy chicken coated in panko and Parmesan, topped with marinara and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil as needed for shallow frying
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Pound each chicken breast to about 1 inch thickness and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Set up your breading station: one shallow dish with flour, another with beaten eggs, and a third with the combined panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, dried Italian herbs, and some salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the panko-Parmesan mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the browned chicken to the prepared baking dish, spoon marinara sauce over each piece, and sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or in a sandwich with extra marinara and cheese. Pair with garlic bread for added flavor.