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Chicken Parmesan

Cultural Context

Chicken Parmesan, or Pollo alla Parmigiana, hails from Southern Italy, where it was originally made with veal. This dish embodies the Italian tradition of transforming simple ingredients into a comforting meal, often served with pasta or a salad. Today, Chicken Parmesan is a beloved staple in Italian-American cuisine, enjoyed in homes and restaurants alike, with variations that include different cheeses and sauces.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 to 3 pounds Chicken Breast
1 cup Grated Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
1/3 cup Flour
1 cup Marina Sauce
1 cup Panko Bread
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes
2 Eggs

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko gives a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are often cheaper.

1

Preheat the air fryer.

2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, garlic powder, and chili flakes.

3

Dredge the chicken in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko bread crumbs.

4

Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket.

5

Air fry the chicken until golden and cooked through.

6

Top the chicken with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.

7

Return to the air fryer until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Air Fryer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chicken ParmigianaPollo alla Parmigiana
Local Name: Pollo alla Parmigiana

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