Chicken ParmesanIngredients:
For the chicken:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts- 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided- 2 large eggs- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley- 1 teaspoon garlic powder- 1 teaspoon onion powder- 1/4 teaspoon salt- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper- Vegetable oil, for fryingFor the sauce:
– 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste- 1/2 onion, chopped- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 1 teaspoon dried oregano- 1 teaspoon dried basil- 1/2 teaspoon sugar- Salt and pepper to tasteFor the topping:
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseInstructions:
1.
Prepare the chicken:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup of the flour, salt, and pepper.
In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the eggs.
In a third shallow dish, combine the remaining 1/2 cup flour, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2.
Bread the chicken:
Dip each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
Press the breadcrumb mixture firmly into the chicken.
3.
Fry the chicken:
Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the chicken to a wire rack to drain.
4.
Make the sauce:
In a large saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, onion, garlic, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5.
Assemble the chicken Parmesan:
Spread 1/2 cup of the sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Place the chicken breasts on top of the sauce.
Top each chicken breast with 1/4 cup of sauce, then sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
6.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.
Serve:
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with spaghetti or crusty bread.

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