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How to Make Best Chicken Parmesan - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish that has become a favorite in households across the country. This indulgent and flavorful dish consists of breaded chicken breasts smothered in tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. It is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.

There are many variations of Chicken Parmesan, but this recipe for the "Best Chicken Parmesan" is sure to become your go-to favorite. The combination of ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14 ounce) can Italian crushed tomatoes with basil
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons red wine
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 pinch white sugar
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) box rigatoni
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups canola oil for frying, or as needed
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Make the sauce: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, wine, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine, reduce the heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Keep warm until needed.
  • While the sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  • At the same time, start the chicken: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Set out three large mixing bowls for breading chicken. Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper in the first bowl. Whisk together eggs and milk in the second bowl. Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in the third bowl.
  • Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and flatten with a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Dredge a chicken breast in flour mixture and shake off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then coat with bread crumb mixture. Place onto a plate. Repeat to bread remaining chicken.
  • Fill a large, cast iron skillet with 1 inch oil; heat over medium-high heat until oil is hot but not smoking. Add breaded chicken in batches; cook until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) and the cheeses have melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Plate pasta portions. Stir basil into sauce and ladle over pasta. Top each portion with chicken.

    • Nutrition

    1168 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 189mg
    • Sodium: 1528mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 139g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 63g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 417mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 632mg

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