Crispy Chicken Parmesan: A Beginner’s Guide to Italian Comfort
Enjoy a crispy and cheesy chicken parmesan. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
- Eggs (2)
- Garlic (3 cloves)
- Parsley (2 tbsp)
- Chicken cutlets (6)
- Panko (1 cup)
- Bread crumbs (1/2 cup)
- Parmesan (1/2 cup)
- Basil (1 tsp)
- Oregano (1 tsp)
- Garlic powder (1 tsp)
- Salt (1/4 tsp)
- Avocado oil (1/2 cup)
- Marinara sauce (24 oz)
- Mozzarella (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven (The Oven Operation): Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a baking dish or baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.
- Prepare Egg Mixture (The Egg Elixir): Whisk together the eggs, grated garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Marinate Chicken (The Marinating Method): Dip each chicken cutlet into the egg mixture, ensuring it is thoroughly coated. Place the marinated chicken cutlets in a shallow baking dish to marinate for 15-45 minutes.
- Prepare Breading Mixture (The Breading Blend): Combine the panko, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and salt to taste in a shallow bowl.
- Bread Chicken (The Breading Technique): Dip each marinated chicken cutlet into the breading mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated on all sides.
- Pan-Fry Chicken (The Pan-Frying Process): Add avocado oil to a large skillet and heat to medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets in the skillet. Fry for about 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Place Chicken on Baking Sheet (The Placement Protocol): Place the pan-fried chicken cutlets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Top with Marinara (The Marinara Mastery): Top each chicken cutlet with about 1/4 cup of marinara sauce, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Add Mozzarella (The Mozzarella Magic): Add a small handful of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce, creating a generous layer.
- Bake (The Baking Brilliance): Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve (The Garnishing Grace): Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Check chicken doneness.
- Hot oil for crispiness.
- Melt cheese evenly.