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Originating from Southern Italy, Chicken Parmesan is a beloved dish that showcases the region's rich culinary traditions. Traditionally, it features breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, embodying comfort food at its best. Today, it has been embraced globally, with variations that include different types of cheese and sauces, making it a favorite in Italian-American cuisine.

Ingredients

  • chicken breasts
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • garlic powder
  • Italian seasoning
  • breadcrumbs
  • parmesan cheese
  • mozzarella cheese
  • marinara sauce
  • fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. 3Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and juices run clear.
  4. 4Remove the chicken from the grill and preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. 5Spread a layer of marinara sauce over each grilled chicken breast.
  6. 6Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the sauce on each chicken breast.
  7. 7Top each with slices of mozzarella cheese and a generous amount of grated parmesan cheese.
  8. 8Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. 9Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. 10Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

parmesan cheese

Healthier: nutritional yeast

Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

mozzarella cheese

Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining texture.

Techniques

grillingbaking

Equipment

grillbaking dishmeat thermometer
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Also Known As

Chicken ParmigianaPollo alla Parmigiana

Ingredients

  • 12 manicotti shells
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. 3In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. 4Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture.
  5. 5Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. 6Arrange the filled manicotti shells in the baking dish on top of the marinara sauce.
  7. 7Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the manicotti shells, ensuring they are well covered.
  8. 8Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
  9. 9Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. 10Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  11. 11Garnish with fresh basil if desired before serving.

Equipment

large potmixing bowl9x13 inch baking dishaluminum foilspoon or piping bag

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. 3Mix the ingredients until well combined to form a garlic butter spread.
  4. 4Slice the French bread in half lengthwise.
  5. 5Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
  6. 6Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
  7. 7Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the butter is melted.
  8. 8For a crispier top, you can broil the bread for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  9. 9Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing into pieces.
  10. 10Serve warm as a delicious side or appetizer.

Equipment

mixing bowlbaking sheetknifespatula

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