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Romantic Italian dinner with chicken parmesan, salad, garlic bread, and red wine

Chicken Parmesan night

Aria Belle

What Makes Chicken Parmesan Night So Special?

Chicken Parmesan is more than just a meal; it's a comforting experience. This Italian dinner brings families together, evoking warmth and nostalgia. The crispy breadcrumb coating, rich marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese create a symphony of flavors. It's a dish that transcends generations, often served on special occasions or cozy weeknight meals. The aroma of homemade Chicken Parmesan wafting through the kitchen is enough to make anyone feel at home. Plus, it’s versatile—pair it with spaghetti or garlic bread for a complete comfort food feast. Chicken Parmesan Night is a celebration of love, tradition, and deliciousness.

The Classic Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying
Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  3. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes each.
  7. Place the fried chicken in a baking dish.
  8. Top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
  10. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan before serving.
Serve with spaghetti and garlic bread for a complete meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pounded to even thickness.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs For coating.

Sauce

  • 1 cup marinara sauce For topping.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For topping.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping.

Egg

  • 1 piece egg For breading.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • as needed tablespoon Olive oil For frying.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.

Cooking

  • Dip each chicken breast in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes each. Place the fried chicken in a baking dish. Top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan before serving.

Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
450 20g 35g 30g
Keyword Chicken Parmesan