Sicilian Chicken Parmesan

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4
Sicilian Chicken Parmesan recipe for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups seasoned dry bread crumbs ( I use Progresso )
1/2 cup parmesan cheese ( or any other hard Italian cheese you prefer ) or 1/2 cup romano cheese , grated ( or any other hard Italian cheese you prefer )
2 eggs , beaten
olive oil , for frying
4 cups tomato sauce ( see description above )
16 slices parma ham , thinly sliced ( optional )
16 ounces mozzarella cheese , grated
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
635
Sugar
8g
Fat
33g
Sicilian Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish that has made its way into kitchens all over the world. It's a hearty, satisfying meal that's perfect for a family dinner. This recipe uses thin chicken breasts that are breaded and fried to crispy perfection, then layered with tomato sauce, ham and melted cheese. The chicken is tender, the sauce is tangy, and the cheese is gooey and delicious. It's a perfect comfort food that's sure to warm you up on a cold winter night.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Place the chicken in between two pieces of parchment paper and pound with a meat mallet untill thin.
3.In a shallow bowl, mix together bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.
4.Dip the chicken in the beaten eggs, then coat it with the bread crumb mixture.
5.Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
6.In a baking dish, layer the tomato sauce, fried chicken, thin slices of parma ham, grated mozzarella cheese, and grated parmesan cheese.
7.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 - 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This Sicilian Chicken Parmesan recipe is a perfect combination of crispy breaded chicken, tomato sauce and melted cheese.

It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters

CONS

This meal is high in calories and fat because of the breading and the cheese content.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
Tomato sauce is high in vitamin C, which helps to support the immune system.

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