Best 8 Classic Italian Chicken Parmigiana Recipes

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Are you in search of a delectable and authentic Italian dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than the timeless classic, chicken parmigiana. This iconic dish combines tender chicken, savory marinara sauce, melted cheese, and crispy breadcrumbs to create a symphony of flavors. With its origins in Southern Italy, chicken parmigiana has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide and become a beloved staple in many kitchens. As you embark on your culinary journey to create the perfect chicken parmigiana, let us guide you through the essential steps and helpful tips to ensure a mouthwatering and unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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Bobby Flay goes Italian with his recipe for mouthwatering Chicken Parmigiana, from Boy Meets Grill on Food Network. Try panko breadcrumbs for a lighter crust.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
4 large eggs, beaten with 2 tablespoons water and seasoned with salt and pepper
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 cup vegetable oil or pure olive oil
Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Fresh basil or parsley leaves, for garnish
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed with some kosher salt to make a paste
Two 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes and their juices, pureed in a blender
One 16-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 small can tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1 small bunch Italian parsley
1 Cubano chile pepper, chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in the flour and tap off excess, then dip in the egg and let excess drip off, then dredge on both sides in the bread crumbs.
  • Divide the oil between 2 large saute pans and heat over high heat until almost smoking. Add 2 chicken breasts to each pan and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and top each breast with some Tomato Sauce, a few slices of the mozzarella, salt and pepper, and a tablespoon of Parmesan. Bake in the oven until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with basil or parsley leaves.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft. Add pureed tomatoes with their juices, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 cup water, bay leaf, parsley, Cubano pepper, and bring to a boil. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Reduce heat and cook until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.

CLASSIC CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 10 ounces each)
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 15-ounce can tomato puree
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups grated mozzarella cheese (about 6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets. Put between 2 pieces of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet or heavy skillet until 1/4 inch thick. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute. Add the tomato puree, then rinse out the can with 1 cup water and add to the pot. Simmer until the sauce just thickens, about 10 minutes. Whisk in 1/4 cup parmesan and the basil. Spread 1/2 cup of the sauce in a 3-quart flameproof baking dish. Preheat the broiler. Meanwhile, combine the flour and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Beat the eggs with 1/4 cup parmesan in another shallow dish. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge 2 chicken cutlets in the flour, tapping off the excess, then dip in the egg mixture. Carefully lay in the skillet and fry until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the baking dish. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet and repeat with the remaining 2 chicken cutlets. Add to the baking dish. Combine the mozzarella and the remaining 2 tablespoons parmesan in a bowl. Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture on the chicken, then top with the remaining sauce and the remaining cheese mixture. Broil until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 830, Fat 56 grams, SaturatedFat 26 grams, Cholesterol 307 milligrams, Sodium 1428 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 53 grams

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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This is a favorite dish in our family. I came up with this dish myself because the traditional version takes forever to make. I just throw a few ingredients together, pop the dish in the oven and forget it.-Robin Stevens, Cadiz, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3/4 cup water
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small saucepan, bring the tomato paste, water, garlic and seasonings to a boil. Pour over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheeses; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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This is a very nice dinner for two. Serve it with your favorite pasta and tossed greens.

Provided by Candy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg, beaten
2 ounces dry bread crumbs
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¾ (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking sheet.
  • Pour egg into a small shallow bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken into egg, then into the bread crumbs. Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Pour 1/2 of the spaghetti sauce into a 7x11 inch baking dish. Place chicken over sauce, and cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top and return to the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 184.1 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 43.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1309.5 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

EASY, AUTHENTIC TASTING CHICKEN PARMESAN (PARMIGIANA)



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This is a tasty Italian favorite that I always serve with linguine. It looks and tastes just as delicious as in a restaurant and costs a lot less :)

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cutlets
salt and pepper
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups Italian style breadcrumbs
1/8 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb sliced provolone cheese
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (Prego 3-cheese works great)
vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl or pie plate.
  • Combine bread crumbs and parmesan cheese in a shallow bowl, plate or pie plate.
  • Dip each chicken cutlet in egg mixture and then coat completely with bread crumb mixture.
  • Heat half inch of oil in a pan over med-high heat.
  • Fry each cutlet and turn over when golden brown.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • When cutlets are crispy and golden on both side and juices run clear, place them on a baking sheet.
  • Place a slice of provolone cheese on top of each cutlet and place in the oven.
  • In the meantime, heat sauce in the microwave or on the stove top.
  • When cheese is melted, remove cutlets from oven and spoon some sauce nicely over each one.
  • Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
  • Serve with your favorite pasta and remaining sauce.

CLASSIC, UPGRADED CHICKEN PARMESAN RECIPE BY TASTY



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While the delicious medley of rich tomatoes, melty mozzarella cheese, and crispy crunchy chicken sounds like an Italian speciality, it is actually an American dish that was invented by immigrants. Based on an Italian classic, Mezzaluna alla Parmigiana, or eggplant Parmesan, this Italian-American staple came from a lack of eggplant being grown in the United States, as well as an American preference for meat, particularly chicken. These tips, tricks, and techniques from a Michelin Star-trained chef will make this a version of chicken Parm a staple in your kitchen as well.

Provided by Matt Ciampa

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 24

¾ cup olive oil
1 medium white onion, cut into ½-inch (2.5 cm) half moons
4 cloves garlic, crushed
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
1 can crushed tomato
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 boneless, skins on chicken thighs
2 large eggs
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
⅓ cup all purpose flour
½ cup italian bread crumbs
3 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
1 ½ tablespoons coarsely grated parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
1 cup olive oil
1 ½ cups shredded italian cheese blend
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, for garnish
2 oz spaghetti, fresh or dried
½ cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Make the red sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until golden brown and nearly translucent, 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the onion and garlic from the pot, leaving the oil behind. Set aside the fried onion and garlic for another dish.
  • Add the oregano and thyme and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, and salt. Bring the sauce to boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 20-30 minutes, until thickened.
  • Meanwhile, make the chicken: Working 1 at a time, place the chicken thighs in a zip-top bag and use a heavy skillet or meat mallet to pound into thin, even pieces.
  • Add the eggs to a shallow dish and beat with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Add flour to a separate shallow dish and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a third shallow dish, whisk together the plain and panko bread crumbs. Add the coarsely grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper and stir to incorporate.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Coat each piece in the flour, then the eggs, then the bread crumbs. Set the thighs on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to rest for 10 minutes before frying.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, wide skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 300°F (150°C).
  • Working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan, fry the chicken thighs in the hot oil for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack and season with salt.
  • Transfer the fried chicken thighs to a clean baking sheet. Top each piece with ½ cup of the red sauce and the shredded Italian cheese blend.
  • Bake the chicken for 5-10 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
  • While the chicken bakes, add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook until al dente.
  • Warm the remaining red sauce in the pot over medium-low heat. Transfer the spaghetti directly into the sauce and toss well, adding a bit of the pasta cooking water as needed to help the sauce cling to the noodles. Add some of fresh basil leaves to the pasta and toss to incorporate.
  • Add the spaghetti and chicken Parmesan to a serving plate. Top with the grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with more basil leaves.
  • Enjoy!

CLASSIC CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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Make midweek easier with our family-friendly chicken parmagiana. Ideal for freezing for busy week nights, the recipe is also easily doubled

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large chicken breasts
50g plain flour
1 egg, beaten
75g fresh breadcrumbs
15g parmesan, finely grated, plus extra to serve
4 tbsp sunflower oil
125g ball mozzarella, cut into 4 slices
300g spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, finely sliced
pinch of caster sugar
splash of red wine vinegar
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes or passata
1 tsp dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast in half lengthways so you have four fillets. Put the fillets on a board, cover with a sheet of baking parchment and bash with a rolling pin until they are the same thickness all over.
  • Put the flour in a shallow dish and season with a little salt. Tip the egg into another dish, then the breadcrumbs and parmesan into a third dish, stirring to combine. Working with one chicken fillet at a time, coat in the flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat in the cheesy breadcrumb mixture. Transfer the breadcrumbed fillets to a plate as you go. To freeze, stack the fillets in a freezerproof container between sheets of baking parchment. Will keep frozen for three months.
  • To make the sauce, heat the olive oil in a shallow pan and sizzle the garlic for 2 mins. Sprinkle in the sugar and add a splash of the vinegar, then tip in the tomatoes or passata. Add the oregano, season and bubble for 10-15 mins, stirring occasionally until thickened. To freeze, leave to cool completely, then transfer to a freezerproof container (portion it into more than one, if you like). Will keep frozen for up to three months. Defrost overnight in the fridge, then reheat in a pan until piping hot.
  • Heat the sunflower oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and cook the breadcrumbed chicken fillets for 3 mins on each side (fresh or from frozen) until golden and crisp. Arrange on a baking tray. Spoon a little of the sauce over the middle of each fillet, and top each with a slice of mozzarella. Heat the grill to high. Cook the spaghetti following pack instructions, then drain and toss with the remaining sauce. Grill the fillets for 3-4 mins, or 1-2 mins more if they're from the freezer, until the mozzarella is melted and bubbling, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 27 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

ITALIAN CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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Categories     Chicken     Bake     Quick & Easy     Dinner

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 13

The following one makes 6 servings.
3-4 whole chicken breasts
2 medium or 3 small eggs (slightly beaten)
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
8 tbs vegetable oil
1 cup dry bread crumbs (fine) 4 Seasons Italian Flavored
2-3 cups tomato sauce
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp basil
1 tbsp butter or margarine
1/2 cup Parmesan (parmigiana) cheese (grated)
8 oz. mozzarella cheese, sliced (cut into triangles)

Steps:

  • Hammer chicken lightly until 1/3-inch thick. Mix egg, pepper and salt. After you dipped the chicken breast in egg mixture you then roll it in bread crumbs. Heat oil in a skillet until it is hot. Brown chicken (both sides). Place chicken into a shallow baking dish. Pour away remaining oil from skillet. Mix tomato sauce, garlic and basil in a frying pan. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in butter or margarine. Pour sauce over chicken. Scatter parmigiana /Parmesan cheese over sauce; cover dish and bake at 350 degrees for half an hour (30 minutes). Put mozzarella slices on chicken and bake until cheese is melted (approx. 10 minutes). If you do not have Italian flavored bread crumbs, you can use for this italian chicke recipe regular bread crumbs with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning crumbed and mixed in.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality tomato sauce. A homemade sauce is always best, but if you're short on time, a good quality store-bought sauce will do.
  • Use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella cheese melts better and has a creamier flavor than pre-shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts can dry out quickly, so be careful not to overcook them. Cook them until they are just cooked through, or to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet. A heavy-bottomed skillet will help to prevent the chicken from sticking and will distribute the heat evenly.
  • Serve the chicken parmigiana hot and fresh. Chicken parmigiana is best when it is served hot and fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Chicken parmigiana is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a restaurant-quality meal at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give chicken parmigiana a try. You won't be disappointed!

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