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Crispy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

This Crispy Chicken Parmesan is a crowd-pleaser! With a crunchy coating and gooey cheese, it's the ultimate comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 1 1/2 lbs Chicken Cutlets
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 slices Fresh Mozzarella Cheese patted dry
  • 24 oz Marinara Sauce
  • 12 oz Spaghetti or Angel Hair
  • Fresh Basil chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Baking sheet
  • Cooking thermometer
  • Serving dishes

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Chicken. Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Set Up a Dredging Station. Place flour in the first dish, beaten eggs in the second, and a mix of parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in the third.
  3. Step 3: Dredge the Chicken. Coat each cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Step 4: Heat the Skillet. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until hot.
  5. Step 5: Fry the Chicken. Fry the breaded cutlets in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Keep warm in the oven.
  6. Step 6: Assemble the Dish. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), top cutlets with mozzarella and marinara sauce.
  7. Step 7: Bake to Perfection. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
  8. Step 8: Prepare the Pasta. Cook spaghetti or angel hair according to package instructions.
  9. Step 9: Serve It Up. Plate the pasta, top with chicken parmesan, and garnish with basil.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken cutlets in lemon juice and garlic for extra flavor.
  • Ensure mozzarella is patted dry to avoid a watery topping.
  • Add red pepper flakes to marinara for a spicier kick.