Best 8 Easy Cheesy Chicken Parmesan Recipes

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Chicken Parmesan is an irresistible classic Italian-American dish that combines the flavors of crispy fried chicken, melted cheese, and tangy tomato sauce. This iconic meal transports you to a cozy Italian restaurant, where the air is filled with the tantalizing aroma of sizzling chicken and bubbling cheese. Our comprehensive guide will take you on a culinary journey to create the ultimate Easy Cheesy Chicken Parmesan that will impress your family and friends. Join us as we explore the key steps, essential ingredients, and expert tips to make this classic dish a delightful symphony of flavors in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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My husband used to order chicken parmigiana at restaurants. Then I found this recipe in our local newspaper, adjusted it for two and began making the beloved dish at home. After more than 50 years of marriage, I still enjoy preparing his favorite recipes. -Iola Butler, Sun City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 large egg
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
Optional: Fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, lightly beat the egg. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken in egg, then coat with crumb mixture., In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, about 5 minutes on each side. Top with mozzarella cheese. Cover and cook until cheese is melted, 3-4 minutes longer. Serve with tomato sauce. If desired, sprinkle with basil and additional Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 166mg cholesterol, Sodium 1496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN PARMESAN RECIPE



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Chicken Parmesan is an easy weeknight pasta dish.

Provided by Maike

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces pasta (spaghetti, fettuccini, or linguini)
1 - 1¼ pound chicken breast (cut lengthwise in half)
salt and pepper (enough to season both sides of each chicken breast)
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
½ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
¼ cup olive oil (extra virgin)
24 ounces Marinara Sauce (or your favorite pasta sauce)
8 ounces Mozzarella cheese (cut into 6 thin slices, grate remaining mozzarella cheese)
½ cup parmesan (grated)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain, cover, and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 450º Fahrenheit.
  • Cut 6 thin slices of mozzarella cheese. Grate the remaining mozzarella. Set aside.Grate 1 cup of parmesan cheese. ½ cup for the breading and ½ cup to sprinkle on top of the marinara sauce.
  • Prepare two shallow dishes. The first dish is for the eggs. Use a fork or whisk to lightly beat the eggs. In the second dish combine ½ cup of parmesan and 1 cup panko breadcrumbs.
  • Butterfly the chicken. Cover with plastic foil and pound with a meat tenderizer (or a rolling pin) until the slices are thin and tender. Season each side with salt and pepper.
  • Dip each slice of chicken into the egg wash. Make sure the chicken is fully coated. Transfer the chicken into the bowl with the parmesan breadcrumb mixture and coat well.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once hot transfer the chicken into the frying pan. Cook until golden brown on both sides. About 3-5 minutes per side.
  • Use 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce and spread across a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • Transfer fried chicken into the casserole dish and coat it with the remaining marinara sauce. Top with mozzarella slices. Sprinkle with the remaining grated mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
  • Bake the chicken for 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Serve Chicken Parmesan over pasta. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 kcal, Carbohydrate 75 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 1195 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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The super thing about this dish is that you get full flavour without having to brown the chicken.

Provided by Cracker Barrel

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     CRACKER BARREL Shreds

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ½ cups pasta sauce
6 tablespoons CRACKER BARREL Finely Shredded 100% Parmesan Cheese
6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
330 grams spaghetti, uncooked
1 ½ cups CRACKER BARREL Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pour sauce into 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Stir in 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) Parmesan. Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each breast with sauce. Cover.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is done (165 degrees F). Meanwhile, cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Top chicken with remaining cheeses; bake, uncovered, 5 minutes or until mozzarella is melted.
  • Drain spaghetti. Serve topped with chicken and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 59.7 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 754.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

SIMPLY PARMESAN CHICKEN



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This is a favorite around our house; it's quick, easy and tastes great! This is a recipe that I came up with; measurements can be varied depending on your taste, i.e. if you want more cheese add more cheese, if you want less use less, you really can't hurt it. And you really can't mess it up as long as you use this recipe as a foundation.

Provided by Jenny

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Parmesan Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup dried bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 egg, beaten
5 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl mix together the bread crumbs, Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken breasts in egg, then in bread crumb mixture to coat. Place coated chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until juices run clear, turning over chicken 5 minutes before removing from oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 111.4 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 273.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

THE BEST CRISPY CHICKEN PARMESAN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, onion powder, flour, eggs, seasoned breadcrumb, marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, fresh basil, vegetable oil

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 cup flour
2 eggs
1 cup seasoned breadcrumb
2 cups marinara sauce
8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
fresh basil, thinly sliced, to serve
vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken breasts in half widthwise to make 4 thin breasts.
  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  • Coat the chicken in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs.
  • Pour oil in a cast-iron skillet to come ¼ inch (½ cm) up the side. Heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry on both sides until brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Place the fried chicken breasts in a baking dish. If they don't fit side by side, gently overlap them. Pour the marinara over the chicken.
  • Top with mozzarella slices and Parmesan.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
  • Serve with freshly chopped basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 6 grams

EASY CHEESY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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This is a quick, easy way to make chicken parmesan. The chicken breasts are baked--not fried--so I like to think it's a healthier version. Enjoy!

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, dried, seasoned
1 (24 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lb spaghetti, cooked (per package instructions)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place bread crumbs in a wide, shallow bowl. Whisk together egg and milk In another wide, shallow bowl. Dredge chicken breasts one at a time in the egg mixture first and then in the bread crumbs. Place coated breasts side-by-side in a baking dish.
  • Dividing evenly, top each breast with 3/4 cup mozzarella and then follow with 1/3 cup parmesan.
  • Divide spaghetti sauce evenly and spoon over each breast.
  • Top each breast with remaining mozzarella and parmesan in the same order as above.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until juices from chicken breasts run clear and cheese topping is lightly browned.
  • During last 15 minutes of chicken's cooking time, prepare spaghetti per package instructions.
  • Serve over hot, cooked spaghetti.

NEELYS' CHEESY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 boneless chicken breasts
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying
Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (20-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • On a cutting board, place the chicken breasts between a piece of plastic wrap and pound the chicken out until it is 1/2-inch thick.
  • In 3 separate shallow dishes, place the flour, eggs, and bread crumbs. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge the cutlets through the flour, then eggs, and then the bread crumbs.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil. Place the cutlets in the oil and fry until brown on each side, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Place the cooked cutlets in a baking dish. Spoon tomato sauce over each cutlet and sprinkle evenly with the cheeses. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and saute the onion and garlic. Add salt, pepper, red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant and tender; about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, and let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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I was desperate to make a quick dinner, and didn't have much food around the house. I made this up and my whole family loved it!!

Provided by Pieki2cute

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 frozen breaded chicken patties
1 package mozzarella cheese (shredded or sliced)
1 jar favorite spaghetti sauce
dried oregano
dried basil
garlic powder
parmesan cheese
salt

Steps:

  • In a greased rectangle casserale dish lay chicken patties.
  • Sprinkle each patti with spices, parmesan cheese and salt.
  • Use just a pinch of each spice on each chicken pattie.
  • Place dish in 400 degree oven for 10 minutes then turn over each pattie and cook for another 5 mins.
  • Take dish out and top each pattie with mozzarella cheese and then spoon sauce on to each pattie.
  • Enough to cover the chicken.
  • Then top with additional mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake until bubbly about another 10 minutes.
  • Very good served over spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 2020.2, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 37.3, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your chicken parmesan the best flavor. Look for chicken breasts that are plump and juicy, and Parmesan cheese that is freshly grated.
  • Pound the chicken breasts thin: This will help them cook evenly and quickly. You can use a meat mallet or a rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
  • Use a flavorful breading: The breading is what gives chicken parmesan its crispy texture. Use a combination of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Fry the chicken in olive oil: Olive oil is a healthy and flavorful oil that will give your chicken parmesan a golden brown crust.
  • Use a good quality marinara sauce: The marinara sauce is the base of the dish, so it's important to use a good quality sauce. Look for a sauce that is made with fresh tomatoes and herbs.
  • Bake the chicken parmesan until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will take about 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken parmesan immediately: Chicken parmesan is best served hot and fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Chicken parmesan is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make chicken parmesan that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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