Italian Herb-Crusted Chicken Parmesan

Name: Italian Herb-Crusted Chicken Parmesan
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 1 ½ cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and pepper; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; Fresh basil leaves; Cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta

Classic Chicken Parmesan with a Crispy Herb Twist

Savor the delightful combination of crispy breadcrumb-coated chicken breasts topped with melted mozzarella and zesty marinara sauce.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

beaten

1 ½ cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

chopped

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Marinara Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 small onion

finely chopped

2 garlic cloves

minced

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper

to taste

For Topping

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh basil leaves

for garnish

For the Side (Optional)

Cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Season Chicken

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

Dredge in Flour

Dredge each breast in flour, shaking off excess.

Coat with Breadcrumbs

Dip into beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumb mixture.

Ensure chicken is fully coated in breadcrumbs for optimal crispiness.

Preparing the Marinara Sauce

Heat Oil

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Sauté Aromatics

Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.

Simmer Sauce

Stir in crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, and seasoning. Simmer for 20 minutes.

For added flavor, let the marinara sauce simmer longer if time allows.

Cooking Process

Baking the Chicken

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place breaded chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet, bake for 20 minutes.

Simmering the Sauce

While chicken bakes, let the marinara sauce simmer gently.

Assembling Parmesan

Spread marinara sauce over each chicken breast, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Bake until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Plating & Serving