Description
Crispy breaded chicken topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, finished in the oven for a golden bubbly finish. This comforting Italian American classic is perfect for serving over pasta or enjoying on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total), pounded to even thickness
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour (about 60 grams)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (about 120 grams)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce (about 480 milliliters)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 170 grams)
- Fresh basil leaves, small handful for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In one shallow bowl, combine flour with salt and black pepper. In a second bowl, place the beaten eggs. In a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, dip into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so it adheres.
- Place chicken in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer browned chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each piece and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm.
Notes
- Pound the chicken evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Avoid adding too much sauce before baking to keep the crust crisp.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts and flavors better than pre grated.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
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