Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for topping
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
- Top chicken with marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving size: 1/8 of recipe
Calories: 350
Fat: 15 grams
Carbohydrates: 30 grams
Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and juicy chicken
- Rich and flavorful marinara sauce
- Crispy Parmesan cheese crust
- Comforting and satisfying
User Comments:
- "This is the best chicken parmesan I've ever had!"
- "The flavors are amazing and the chicken is cooked perfectly."
- "I love the crispy crunch of the Parmesan crust."
- "This dish is a definite crowd-pleaser."
- "I would highly recommend this recipe."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts thin for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when frying the chicken to prevent it from steaming.
- If you don't have marinara sauce, you can substitute your favorite tomato sauce.
- Serve with a side of pasta or salad for a complete meal.
