If you are bored with the regular chicken recipes, we have something new and refreshing for
you to try.
Chicken Parmesan recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Not only that,
Chicken Parmesan or Parmesan Chicken contains high amounts of niacin, phosphorus,
selenium, and protein.
Niacin (Vitamin B3) is known to reduce LDL or the bad cholesterol
and increase HDL or the good cholesterol. Selenium plays an important role in thyroid
health. So it’s safe to say that it is absolutely healthy.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
As it is well known that is quite difficult please a fitness enthusiast. The more they focus is
on the nutritional value of a dish. Surprisingly Chicken Parmesan not only tastes good but is
also quite healthy. Here is a breakdown of its nutritional value.
Amount per Serving
- Calories 471
- Total Fat 25g
- Saturated Fat 9g
- Cholesterol 187mg
- Sodium 840mg
- Total Carbohydrate 25g
- Dietary Fibre 1g
- Sugars 2.65g
- Protein 42g
- Calcium 145mg
- Iron 2mg
- Potassium 389mg
- Vitamin A 66mcg
- Vitamin C 3mg
HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN PARMESAN
Chicken Parmesan is undoubtedly the most popular non-pasta dish in the restaurants. And
while it may seem fancy, it’s actually pretty easy to make at home. So put on the chef’s hat
and begin.
INGREDIENTS REQUIRED
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs, or more as needed
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or more if needed
- ½ cup olive oil for frying, or as needed
- ½ cup prepared tomato sauce
- ¼ cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- ½ cup grated provolone cheese
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
THE RECIPE
Follow these easy steps to make restaurant like Chicken Parmesan at home.
Step 1: Preheat an oven upto 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Step 2: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic. Firmly pound chicken
with the smooth side of a meat mallet. Season chicken thoroughly with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Beat eggs in a shallow bowl and keep it aside.
Step 4: Mix bread crumbs and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl, set aside.
Step 5: Place flour in a strainer; sprinkle over chicken breasts. Evenly coat both the sides.
Step 6: Dip a flour-coated chicken breast in beaten eggs. Transfer breast to the bread crumb
mixture, pressing crumbs into both sides. Repeat for each breast. Let chicken rest for 10 to
15 minutes.
Step 7: Heat 1/2 inch olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat until it begins to
shimmer. Cook chicken in the hot oil until golden, about 2 minutes per side. The chicken will
finish cooking in the oven.
Step 8: Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top each breast with 2 tablespoons tomato sauce.
Layer each chicken breast with equal amounts of mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and
provolone cheese. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan over top and drizzle each with 1/2
teaspoon olive oil.
Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is browned and chicken breasts are no
longer pink in the center. Do this for 15 to 20 minutes.
Ta-da! Your Chicken Parmesan is ready. Enjoy with your family and friends.
EXTRA TIPS
To make sure that your Chicken Parmesan tastes supreme use high-quality prepared tomato
sauce. You can use pesto or dried Italian herbs instead of basil. However, both are optional.
Pound the chicken well to an even width so they cook evenly. Do not put any sauce under
the chicken cutlets, just a bit on the top, so it remains crispy and crunchy.