Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan

Not your usual Chicken Parmesan

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 45m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 1h 5m
Temp.: 450 °F
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (21 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

471
Calories
24.9g
Fat
24.8g
Carbohydrates
42.1g
Protein
187mg
Cholesterol
840mg
Sodium
Chicken Parmesan

Recipe Description

I make this Chicken Parmesan on evenings when I feel inspired to be in the kitchen.

This is definitely another feel-good recipe and one of my personal favorites. Baked in a hot oven, lightly fried chicken with tomato sauce and 3 cheeses, crispy and oozing, it just warms the soul.

I love serving it with a side of boiled potatoes. The smooth texture of potatoes, drizzled with olive oil, compliments the crispy, cheese chicken just perfectly. Each bite is worth all the cooking time.

To make Chicken Parmesan, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Chicken Parmesan

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    5 min

    Preheat the oven to 450 °F.

  2. 2

    Tenderize chicken

    2 min
    Step 2 - Chicken ParmesanStep 2 - Chicken Parmesan

    Place chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (releasable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet, to a thickness ½-inch. Season chicken thoroughly with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Beat eggs

    2 min
    Step 3 - Chicken Parmesan

    In a shallow bowl, beat eggs and set aside.

  4. 4

    Mix bread crumbs

    1 min
    Step 4 - Chicken Parmesan

    In a separate bowl, mix the bread crumbs and ½ cup Parmesan cheese, set aside.

  5. 5

    Coat chicken breasts

    5 min
    Step 5 - Chicken Parmesan

    Place the flour in a sifter or a strainer and sprinkle over the chicken breasts, evenly coating both sides.

  6. 6

    Bread chicken breasts

    20 min
    Step 6 - Chicken ParmesanStep 6 - Chicken Parmesan

    Dip flour coated chicken breasts into the beaten eggs. Transfer the breast to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the crumbs into both sides of the chicken. Set aside the breaded chicken breasts for about 15 minutes.

  7. 7

    Heat oil

    2 min
    Step 7 - Chicken Parmesan

    In a large skillet, on a medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer, heat 1 cup oil.

  8. 8

    Cook chicken

    4 min
    Step 8 - Chicken Parmesan

    Cook chicken in the oil for about 2 minutes on each side, until golden.The chicken will finish cooking in the oven.

  9. 9

    Add tomato sauce chicken

    2 min
    Step 9 - Chicken Parmesan

    Place fried chicken breasts in a baking dish and top each one with about ⅓ cup of tomato sauce.

  10. 10

    Add cheeses and basil

    2 min
    Step 10 - Chicken Parmesan

    Layer each chicken breast with an equal amount of mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and provolone cheese between. Sprinkle 1-2 tbsp of Parmesan cheese on top and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.

  11. 11

    Bake in oven

    20 min
    Step 11 - Chicken Parmesan

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the cheese is browned and bubbly, and chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center. An instant-read thermometer inserted should read at least 165 °F.

  12. 12

    Serve

    Step 12 - Chicken Parmesan

    Remove from the oven and serve hot with a side of boiled potatoes.

This Chicken Parmesan is the best feel good, crispy, cheesy chicken in town. If you’re looking for a menu to impress your guests, this recipe is the one too add! Try it yourself and tag #cookmerecipes in your feel good posts!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (21 reviews)
Gigi
April 19, 2025
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Delish! Made this Chicken Parmesan for our anniversary, and it was an absolute hit! Everyone went back for seconds!

Alice
January 13, 2025
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Amazing! I made this Chicken Parmesan last week for my family, and everyone was raving about it! The combination of cheese and crispy chicken is just perfect, and everyone ate it up. It's now a new favorite in our household. Thank you for this delicious recipe!

Daphne
October 31, 2024
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This Chicken Parmesan is my go-to for special nights! So easy and delish, I love it.

Paula Johnson
August 7, 2024
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Superb!

Wendy Smith
February 21, 2024
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Superb family favorite.

Alice Thompson
February 19, 2024
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I really enjoyed this Chicken Parmesan recipe. It reminded me of cooking with my mum on Sunday evenings. The chicken turns out crispy, and the combination of cheeses is heavenly. A simple, yet delightful dinner that warms the heart. Will make again soon.

Yvonne
October 25, 2023
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Delicious!

Ollie
October 21, 2023
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Superb recipe! Made it after a long day at work.

Xena
October 15, 2023
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This Chicken Parmesan is proper lush! I whipped it up last Sunday for a mate's gathering and everyone went mad for it. The cheese combo is ace. Definitely doing this again.

Queenie74
October 10, 2023
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This Chicken Parmesan is superb. Last week, I made it for my family's game night, and they loved it. The combination of crispy chicken and gooey cheese was a big hit. My kids even asked for seconds, which never happens. It truly felt like a warm hug in a dish.

Vanessa Green
April 12, 2023
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So much fun! I loved making this Chicken Parmesan on a rainy night. The cheesy goodness just filled my home with warmth. Everyone raved about it. Definitely a new favorite!

Cathy
August 19, 2022
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OMG! I made this Chicken Parmesan for my hubby's birthday. It was a total hit! The cheese was melty and the chicken crispy. Can’t believe how easy it was! It felt like magic in the kitchen. 💖

Henry
May 28, 2022
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Absolutely delicious dish!

Zara
March 3, 2022
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Made this Chicken Parmesan when I had my bestie over for dinner. It was so delicious and easy! The cheese melted perfectly and paired awesomely with those creamy potatoes. Totally lifted my mood and made me feel like a chef. Yum!

Ivan
December 10, 2021
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Man, this Chicken Parmesan is the real deal. I made it for my buddies one night, and everyone was raving! The cheese was all cheesy goodness, and the chicken was crispy. Paired with some buttery potatoes, it was just epic. Love it!

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