Crispy Chicken Parmesan
Crispy chicken parmesan with homemade marinara sauce and melty mozzarella cheese. An Italian American classic, ready in 30 minutes, that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts halved horizontally
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
- ¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup canola oil
Marinara Sauce
- 28 ounces whole or crushed tomatoes San Marzano preferred
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Topping
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon basil or parsley chopped, optional to garnish
Instructions
Chicken Parmesan
- Pound the chicken using the flat side of a meat mallet to tenderize and even out thicker spots. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Prepare two shallow bowls: 1) Whisked egg and milk 2) Breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese.
- Dip a slice of chicken into the egg mixture then into the breadcrumbs. Coat evenly and press the bread crumbs into the chicken. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Heat canola oil in a large skillet on medium high heat. Once the oil is hot, about 350-375°F, fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until the crust is golden and the chicken is cooked through.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet. Top each portion with a thin layer of marinara sauce, then sprinkle on mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Broil the chicken on high heat for 5-8 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch the chicken closely and turn the baking sheet around if needed for even cooking.
Marinara Sauce
- In a saucepan on medium heat sauté garlic and onions in olive oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and seasonings and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Break up the whole tomatoes with a spoon for a chunkier sauce or use an immersion blender for a smooth sauce. Add fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Use your favorite store bought marinara sauce if you're in a pinch.
- For homemade sauce, start the recipe by making the sauce then make the chicken parmesan while it's simmering.
- Use a combination of your favorite cheeses like mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, and pecorino Romano!
- Layer on a thin layer of sauce so the coating stays crispy.
- For ultimate crispiness, use half panko bread crumbs and half Italian bread crumbs!
- Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side to dip the chicken!
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 507kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 35gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 877mgPotassium: 504mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 257IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 230mgIron: 2mg
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