Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless): 1 1/2 pounds
- Parmesan cheese (grated): 1 cup
- Panko breadcrumbs: 1 cup
- Flour (all-purpose): 1/2 cup
- Eggs: 2
- Tomato sauce: 2 cups
- Mozzarella cheese (sliced): 1 cup
- Basil leaves (for garnish): 1/4 cup
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets.
- In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs.
- Dip chicken cutlets in flour mixture, then eggs, then breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
- Top each chicken cutlet with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with basil leaves before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and juicy chicken
- Crispy and cheesy breadcrumb coating
- Rich and flavorful tomato sauce
- Perfect for any special occasion
User Comments:
- "This is the best Chicken Parmesan I've ever had!"
- "The Parmesan crust is to die for!"
- "The tomato sauce is so flavorful and rich."
- "Easy to make and perfect for a crowd."
- "A perfect dish for a cozy evening in."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a meat mallet to tenderize the chicken breasts before breading.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken cutlets.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- For a more authentic flavor, use homemade tomato sauce.
