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Restaurant-Style Chicken Parmesan

Three pieces of Chicken Parmesan on a plate, topped with melted cheese, tomato sauce, and fresh herbs.
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Enjoy juicy, crispy chicken cutlets topped with marinara and melted cheese, just like your favorite Italian restaurant. This recipe offers a foolproof method for a delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for frying
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner cutlets. Place each cutlet between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  3. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place flour in the first dish. Whisk eggs in the second dish. Combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in the third dish.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into the egg, letting excess drip off. Coat thoroughly with the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. You may need to do this in batches.
  6. Pour marinara sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Top each cutlet with mozzarella cheese.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispy chicken, you can bake the breaded cutlets on a wire rack set over a baking sheet for 10 minutes before adding sauce and cheese.
  • This dish can be made ahead. Assemble up to the point of baking, cover, and refrigerate. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if needed.
  • Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.

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