Known for its Italian – American origin, parmesan chicken is one of the popular and lip-smacking delicious non-pasta dishes.
Honestly, this is one of the fanciest chicken meals out there that’s loaded with flavors, sauces, and cheese that will for sure fulfill your appetite.
So, if you are ready to savor some parmesan chicken, we have some amazing details to share with you.
What Is Parmesan Chicken?
Also known as chicken Parmigiano, parmesan chicken is a popular dish that has well-cooked, yet tender breaded chicken breast smothered in tomato sauce, along with two or three different kinds of cheese.
Traditionally, these cheeses include provolone cheese, parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
However, this recipe only includes mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Some restaurants and people also add a handful of bacon or ham to make it meatier.
The parmesan chicken has been around since the 20th century and was put forward by the Italian diaspora.
Ever since it made rounds in the culinary world, it’s been speculated that this dish is made with a combination of two Italian dishes, melanzane alla parmigiana and cotoletta.
This is because melanzane alla Parmigiano has bread eggplant slices while cotoletta is the bread veal cutlet served without cheese.
Parmesan chicken is used as a base for a variety of different recipes, including pies and sandwiches. However, it’s served on its own at various restaurants as well.
You might not know this but it has an Asian version, making it an addition to fusion cuisine.
Having said that, the recipe includes a limited amount of soy sauce to the tomato sauce and can be served with stir-fried noodles or rice.
In various English areas, parmesan chicken is served as chicken katsu parmesan. Not to forget, soy sauce is used as a substitute for salt as well as for egg wash for your chicken.
What Does Parmesan Chicken Taste Like?
Well, parmesan chicken is delicious with the undertones of a variety of herbs and spices, which brings out a flavorful bite every time you put it in your mouth.
It wouldn’t be wrong to say that it’s a comforting, hearty, and stick-to-the-ribs type of delicious, which means you are ought to love every bite of it.
It has the juiciest chicken breasts that are sliced in big yet thin cutlets, which are then fried.
Once fried to perfection, the chicken breast is smothered in marinara sauce and is topped with fresh parmesan, mozzarella, and provolone cheese.
The chicken breast is baked after adding cheese and sauces. It achieves the crispy crust with the pool of melted cheese while marinara sauce adds salty and sharp flavors, which means it will be worth every calorie.
How To Make Parmesan Chicken?
Honestly, it looks like a fancy and difficult dish to make but you can always enjoy the delicious flavors of parmesan chicken whenever you want something quick and easy to prepare, as this recipe is completely fuss-free.
In simpler words, the recipe is easy and simple, the ingredients are something you might already have in the pantry, and some ingredients can be purchased from the nearby grocery store.
So, let’s check out the instructions for making your own restaurant-like parmesan chicken at home.
- First, you must cut the chicken breasts into big and thin cutlets, and you can do this by slicing them horizontally.
- Then, line up the shallow dishes or bowls, baking pans, or pie plates, and start filling them. One bowl should have a combination of salt, garlic powder, eggs, and parsley flakes.
- The other plate should have a combination of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
- Add the chicken to the egg mixture and allow it to marinate for a least 30 minutes.
- When ready, transfer the chicken, one at a time, to the breadcrumb mixture. Coat well on both sides.
- In a large skillet heated olive oil over medium heat, fry the chicken breast slices for two minutes per side. This will help lock in the juice and will provide a golden crust.
- When the chicken is cooked, start putting it on the baking sheet and top it with marinara sauce and mozzarella sliced cheese. You may also use parmesan cheese or provolone cheese.
- Lastly, just bake the chicken until it’s done and the cheese will be all bubbly and melted
- Serve and enjoy!
What Goes Well With Parmesan Chicken?
To begin with, parmesan chicken can be served over pasta because that’s the ultimate and classic way of serving this delicious chicken.
In addition, it can be served on its own at lunch and dinner but it’s obvious that you have to select some sides.
That being said, parmesan chicken goes well with tiramisu for dessert, garlic bread, regular Italian salad, and mashed potatoes.
Not to forget, it tastes yummy with cucumber salad, broccoli salad, Caesar salad, and veggie noodles.
How To Store Parmesan Chicken?
When fully cooked, dish can be refrigerated for over three to five days (yes, with the sauce and cheese). However, if you haven’t poured the sauce and melted the cheese, the chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for over a week.
As far as freezing is concerned, it’s not possible to freeze, so just refrigerate for a few days and enjoy it.
On top of everything, you should use an airtight container for storing the chicken to make sure it doesn’t absorb other flavors from your fridge.
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Parmesan Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- Skillet
- Oven
Ingredients
Marinate The Chicken
- 4 large Chicken breast
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 Tsp. Kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp. Parsley flakes
- 1 tsp. Garlic powder
For The Breading
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ Cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
For The Sauce
- 24 oz Spaghetti Sauce
- 1 ½ tsp. Salt
- 2 tsp. Dry basil
- 1 tsp. Onion powder
- 1 tsp. Ground black pepper
Cooking
- 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil More if needed
- Mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into big and thin cutlets, and you can do this by slicing them horizontally.Then, line up the shallow dishes or bowls, baking pans, or pie plates, and start filling them. One bowl should have a combination of salt, garlic powder, eggs, and parsley flakes.The other plate should have a combination of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.Add the chicken to the egg mixture and allow it to marinate for a least 30 minutes.
- When ready, transfer the chicken, one at a time, to the breadcrumb mixture. Coat well on both sides.In a large skillet heated olive oil over medium heat, fry the chicken breast slices for two minutes per side. This will help lock in the juice and will provide a golden crust.When the chicken is cooked, transfer the meat onto a baking sheet and top it with marinara sauce and mozzarella sliced cheese. You may also use parmesan cheese or provolone cheese.Bake the chicken until it’s done and the cheese will be all bubbly and melted.Serve and enjoy!
kushigalu says
Drooling over this delicious recipe. I would love to make this for dinner. Great pics too.
Dionne says
Parmesan chicken is my favorite. Period. There is hardly any other dish that can stand up to the flavor and taste of it. So good!
Lubna says
I love trying and eating different chicken recipes. This looks cheesy and yum…perfect to my taste.
Ieva says
Delicious! Both myself and my husband absolutely loved it! Thanks for another great recipe!
Mirlene says
Thank you so much.
Anita says
This recipe is spot on flavor wise, tastes just like the one from my local Italian restaurant. Now I can make this often at home. 🙂
Chef Mireille says
these look great – and no one can ever have enough chicken recipes right!
Stephanie Simmons says
I love parmesan chicken! I haven’t made it in ages – time to change that I think 🙂
Jacqueline Debono says
Your Parmesan chicken looks delicious! I haven’t made this dish for years. Really have to make it soon!
Michelle says
This looks great! And super easy to make plus the kids love chicken parm, thanks for the inspiration!
Jordan says
It looks so crispy and savory! I haven’t ever tried doing a parmesan crust on chicken before. I bet my hubby will LOVE!
Arjhon says
I saw this recipe link shared on the facebook group, glad I found this again. can’t wait to try this recipe for our dinner tonight. looks so delicious and easy to make. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
MDesir says
Awww! Thank you, Arjohn. I appreciate your message. I hope you like the recipe and enjoy your food with your family.
Adriana Lopez Martin says
This family dinner classics never fail to please everyone in the family. Love me a good chicken dinner anytime =)
MDesir says
I do too, Andriana. Thank you for reading.
Vaishali says
Chicken Parmesan is one of my all time favorites..:)
Vanessa says
Yum! We like parmesan and chicken so I’m sure this combination will be delicious! I can’t wait to make these.
Jen @ Jenron Designs says
I love a good chicken parm, so I can not wait to try your recipe. I will be pinning this one next week 🙂
MDesir says
Thank you very much, Jen!
Cassie says
Great pictures! This looks so good, I love that you included a homemade marinara sauce recipe.
MDesir says
Thank you, Cassie.
gail says
mmmm this could be my new comfort food!
MDesir says
Thank you, Gail! It is definitely one in our home.
Nicole says
Yum! I love chicken parmesan! This recipe looks SO good, I’ll be trying this one out for sure. Thanks!
MDesir says
Thank you, Nicole!
Kelly Anthony says
Juicy and crispy is exactly what this is. Absolutely delicious and it was so easy to follow the step by step directions.
MDesir says
Thank you, Kelly. I’m glad you find the step by step to be helpful.
Tracy @ Cleland Clan says
I love that this can be made in 30 minutes. It’s perfect for a busy night.
Karla says
Great recipe! This looks so good! I’m excited to make homemade marinara sauce. Yum!
MDesir says
Thank you, Karla. I hope you enjoy it when you do make it. The homemade marinara sauce is so much better than store bought.
Luci says
I love Chicken Parm. This recipe makes it look so easy to make.
Kat says
Looks yummy. I really like the step-by-step photos and also the suggested sides is very helpful.
MDesir says
I am so glad you found it to be helpful, Kat.
[email protected] says
Yum! Thanks for the dinner idea 🙂 gonna pin this for later!
Danielle Lavoie says
Wow this looks utterly delicious! I have actually never made parmesan chicken before but it is something I have always wanted to try and I think this recipe is the one! YUMM
MDesir says
Thank you, Danielle. Please, enjoy!
Kaitlyn says
I can’t wait to test out this recipe, it looks delicious!
Lexie @ ABudgetingBlonde says
YUM! Never tried Worcestershire in a parm chicken recipe. Your steps and pictures are so easy to follow as well. Can’t wait to make this!
MDesir says
You MUST try the Worcestershire sauce in the parm chicken. It helps to enhance the flavor.
Stine Mari says
Yummm! This is exactly what I want to eat right now! Too bad dinner is almost ready, but I’ll definitely be making this sometime soon.
MDesir says
You can definitely try it next time, Mari.
Gloria says
I don’t think you can ever go wrong with chicken. This recipe sounds delicious. I know it would be a crowd pleaser, and perfect for any night of the week. I would also make this as a dinner to serve to guests!!
MDesir says
Thank you, Gloria. I agree as well. You can ever go wrong with chicken.