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Chicken Parmesan

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A classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken with a crunchy exterior, smothered in marinara and gooey mozzarella.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Cooked spaghetti or pasta of your choice (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200ยฐC (400ยฐF).
  2. Place the chicken breasts between sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound to about 1/2 inch thickness.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, a second with the beaten eggs, and a third with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan.
  5. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg, and then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook each chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each breast and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
  8. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with fresh basil and serve hot alongside cooked spaghetti or pasta.

Notes

For substitutions, use pesto instead of marinara, or gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed. Best served on spaghetti with extra marinara.

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