Debbie’s Chicken Parmesan

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Debbie's Chicken Parmesan: Classic Italian-Style Chicken Dish
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 chicken breasts , boneless and skinless , about 6 pounds
2 cups flour
4 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon garlic salt
6 eggs
1/4 cup water
2 cups olive oil ( or more )
3 cups shredded cheese , mozzarella & provolone mix ( or more )
3 cups spaghetti sauce , I use homemade ( or more )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
420
Sugar
3g
Fat
22g
Debbie's Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish that combines breaded chicken breasts, tomato sauce, and melted cheese. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that has been enjoyed by families for generations. While there are many variations of Chicken Parmesan, this recipe uses a simple breading of flour, garlic salt, and breadcrumbs. The chicken breasts are fried in olive oil and then topped with homemade tomato sauce and a blend of shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese. Serve it with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete and delicious meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
2.Mix together the flour, garlic salt, and bread crumbs in a shallow dish.
3.In another shallow dish, beat together the eggs and water.
4.Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat with the bread crumb mixture.
5.Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
6.Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes each side.
7.Transfer the chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish.
8.Pour the spaghetti sauce over the chicken.
9.Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the sauce.
10.Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Debbie’s Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd pleaser.
It’s a filling and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

It’s also versatile, you can make extra sauce or cheese, drizzle pesto on top, or serve over pasta.
Plus, it’s perfect comfort food for chilly nights.

CONS

This dish is full of flavor, but it is high in fat and calories.
It’s important to enjoy it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

You also need to be careful not to overcook or burn the chicken breasts which can make them tough and dry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and contains essential amino acids that help build muscle and repair tissue. It’s also low in fat when eaten without the skin.

Tomatoes in the sauce are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.

Parmesan cheese is high in protein and calcium, but also high in sodium. Choose a low-sodium cheese if possible.

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