Ultra Crispy Chicken Parmesan
Ultra Crispy Chicken Parmesan features a golden, crunchy crust made with panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, fried to perfection and topped with marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil. This recipe ensures a crispy exterior while keeping the chicken juicy inside, delivering a restaurant-quality dish at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Broiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup olive oil for frying
½ cup prepared tomato sauce
¼ cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a third.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg wash, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry the breaded chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a baking sheet.
- Top each piece with tomato sauce, mozzarella cubes, and chopped basil.
- Broil in the preheated oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Use a cheese blend of mozzarella and provolone for different flavors.
- For a baked version, skip frying and bake breaded chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes before adding sauce and cheese and baking an additional 5 minutes.
- Substitute chicken with eggplant slices for a vegetarian option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes without covering to keep crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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