Quick Chicken Parmesan

Satisfy your weeknight comfort food cravings with this Quick Chicken Parmesan recipe—ready in just 35 minutes! Juicy chicken breasts are transformed into golden, crispy cutlets with a savory breadcrumb and parmesan crust, then smothered in rich marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella. Finished under the broiler for a perfectly bubbly topping, this delicious dish is served over tender spaghetti for the ultimate Italian-inspired meal. With easy prep steps and classic ingredients like basil, parmesan, and marinara, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings without sacrificing flavor. Whether you're cooking for the whole family or just craving a hearty meal, this easy Chicken Parmesan will quickly become a favorite on your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• 4 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 8 cups cooked spaghetti

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thin cutlets. Season each piece with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.

Step 3

Dredge each piece of chicken first in the flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumb-cheese mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches if needed, and transfer cooked cutlets to a baking sheet.

Step 5

Preheat the broiler to high. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce onto each chicken cutlet, then top with a generous sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 8

Serve immediately over a bed of cooked spaghetti and warm marinara sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2187.4 grams (2187.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4101

Total Fat 121.80g	156%
Saturated Fat 38.50g	193%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 776mg	259%
Sodium 5867mg	255%
Total Carbohydrate 490.10g	178%
Dietary Fiber 27.70g	99%
Total Sugars 21.30g
Protein 250.30g	501%

Vitamin D 100IU	501%
Calcium 1486mg	114%
Iron 31mg	174%
Potassium 860mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 48.3%