Chicken Parmigiana 2

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese
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This classic Chicken Parmigiana delivers the comforting taste of Italian dining right in your kitchen. Tender chicken breasts are thinly pounded, dipped in egg, and coated in a savory blend of dry bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning for a perfectly crispy exterior. Baked until golden, they are finished with a spoonful of warm tomato sauce and generous shreds of mozzarella cheese that melt into a gooey, delicious layer. It’s a hearty, protein-packed meal that feels indulgent yet simple enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it over spaghetti or with a side of garlic bread for a satisfying family dinner that everyone will love.

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Chicken Parmigiana 2

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 277.5

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This classic Chicken Parmigiana delivers the comforting taste of Italian dining right in your kitchen. Tender chicken breasts are thinly pounded, dipped in egg, and coated in a savory blend of dry bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning for a perfectly crispy exterior. Baked until golden, they are finished with a spoonful of warm tomato sauce and generous shreds of mozzarella cheese that melt into a gooey, delicious layer. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that feels indulgent yet simple enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it over spaghetti or with a side of garlic bread for a satisfying family dinner that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the dry bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
  3. In a separate shallow dish, beat the egg until smooth.
  4. Pat chicken breasts dry and slice horizontally if thick to ensure even cooking.
  5. Dip each chicken piece into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off.
  6. Coat chicken thoroughly in the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  7. Arrange coated chicken breasts in a single layer on a baking sheet or jelly-roll pan.
  8. Bake for 10 minutes.
  9. Flip chicken over and bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165ðF.
  10. Spoon tomato sauce evenly over each piece of chicken.
  11. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  12. Return to oven and bake for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 277.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.6g9%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 98.7mg33%
Sodium 341.9mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 16.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 38.6g78%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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