Quick and Simple Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Chicken Parmesan is a delicious Italian-American dish that combines breaded chicken cutlets with tomato sauce and melted cheese. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that can be easily prepared at home. Whether you’re a beginner in the kitchen or a seasoned cook, this recipe is perfect for you.

To make easy chicken parmesan, you will need the following ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Once you have gathered all the ingredients, you can start preparing the dish. Follow these simple steps:

1. In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Place the flour in another shallow dish and the beaten eggs in a third shallow dish.
3. Coat each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess.
4. Dip the floured chicken breast in the beaten eggs, making sure to coat it evenly.
5. Next, coat the chicken breast in the breadcrumbs mixture, pressing it gently to adhere.
6. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
7. Add the breaded chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
9. In the same skillet, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warmed through.
10. Place the cooked chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinara sauce over them.
11. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast.
12. Broil the chicken breasts in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.

Tip: Serve your easy chicken parmesan with a side of spaghetti or a Caesar salad for a complete meal.