Chicken Parmesan
Golden, crispy pan-fried chicken cutlets smothered in a savory marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and freshly grated parmesan cheese, served over a bed of fettuccine.
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45 min
Medium
Italoamericana
2 servings
The story behind
Chicken Parmesan is the ultimate comfort classic of Italian-American cuisine, bringing together a perfect contrast of textures and rich flavors. This recipe preserves the crunch of the breaded chicken beneath a warm blanket of aromatic tomato sauce and gooey, bubbling cheese. Resting on a bed of perfectly cooked pasta that catches all the extra savory sauce, it creates a beautifully satisfying and layered meal. It's an incredible choice for a cozy date night or a weekend family dinner that turns simple ingredients into something truly spectacular.
Instructions
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1Season both sides of the chicken cutlets evenly with salt and black pepper.
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2Set up a standard breading station using three shallow bowls: one with flour, the second with the beaten eggs, and the third with the seasoned breadcrumbs.
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3Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour (shaking off any excess), dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumbs, pressing gently so they stick.
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4Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until the crust is beautifully crisp and deep golden-brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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5Preheat your oven to the broil setting (or 200°C/400°F). Arrange the fried chicken cutlets onto a baking sheet.
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6Spoon a generous amount of warm marinara sauce over the top of each cutlet, layer with the mozzarella cheese, and shower with the grated parmesan cheese.
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7Broil or bake for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is completely melted, bubbling, and slightly golden around the edges.
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8Plate a warm bed of fettuccine pasta in a shallow bowl, ladle extra marinara sauce around it, and nestle the cheesy chicken parmesan directly on top. Garnish with a pinch of dried parsley or basil.
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