Chicken Parmigiana

Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breasts, halved horizontally
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1.5 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or baking sheet.

2. 2

   Prepare three shallow bowls for dredging. In the first bowl, place the flour seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with half of the grated Parmesan cheese.

3. 3

   Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring it's fully coated. Finally, press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly.

4. 4

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. (Note: The chicken will finish cooking in the oven, so it doesn't need to be cooked through yet).

5. 5

   Transfer the fried chicken to the prepared baking dish. Top each breast with a generous amount of marinara sauce, a slice (or shredded mound) of mozzarella cheese, and the remaining Parmesan cheese.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot with pasta or a side salad.