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Chicken Parmigiana

Cultural Context

Chicken Parmigiana, originating from Southern Italy, is a beloved dish that showcases the Italian tradition of layering flavors and textures. Often served with pasta or a side salad, it has become a staple in Italian-American cuisine, where it is frequently featured in family gatherings and casual dining. Today, variations abound, with some substituting eggplant for chicken, appealing to vegetarians and expanding its global reach.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 chicken breasts
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 large egg
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups marinara sauce
1/4 cup fresh basil
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has less fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko adds a lighter texture.

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.

3

Season chicken with salt and black pepper.

4

Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess.

5

Dip chicken in beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off.

6

Coat chicken in bread crumbs, pressing to adhere.

7

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

8

Fry chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

9

Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish.

10

Place fried chicken on top of sauce.

11

Top each piece with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

12

Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.

13

Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chicken ParmesanPollo alla Parmigiana
Local Name: Chicken Parmigiana

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