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    Classic Chicken Parmesan

    Breaded chicken cutlets are fried until golden, topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, and baked until bubbly.

    ⏱ 20 minPrep time
    🔥 25 minCook time
    🍽 4Servings
    🏷 DinnerCategory
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    Classic Chicken Parmesan with melted mozzarella and marinara

    Chicken Parmesan is an Italian-American creation, evolving from Southern Italian eggplant parmigiana as Italian immigrants adapted the dish using the more affordable and popular chicken in early 20th-century America. It became a staple of Italian-American restaurant menus throughout the 20th century, prized for its crispy, cheesy, saucy layers.

    Crispy chicken, melty cheese, and rich marinara

    Breaded chicken cutlets are fried until golden, topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, and baked until bubbly.

    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
    2. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan.
    3. Heat oil in a skillet and fry the chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
    4. Place the chicken in a baking dish, top with marinara and mozzarella.
    5. Bake 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    6. Garnish with fresh basil and serve over pasta if desired.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Pounding the chicken to an even thickness helps it cook evenly and stay tender. Let the fried chicken drain briefly on paper towels before saucing to keep the crust crisp.

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    Recipe details

    Prep20 min
    Cook25 min
    Servings4
    CategoryDinner
    PublishedAugust 12, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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