Chicken Parm Recipes

Here are two classic Chicken Parmesan (Chicken Parm) recipes — one traditional crispy version and one lighter baked version. Both are rich, cheesy, and satisfying!

🧀 Classic Chicken Parmesan (Fried & Saucy)

🧂 Ingredients:

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise (to make 4 cutlets)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper

• 1½ cups marinara sauce

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella

• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (extra for topping)

• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

• Olive oil, for frying

🔥 Instructions:

1. Prep Chicken:

• Slice each breast in half horizontally to create thin cutlets.

• Pound to even thickness (~½ inch) between plastic wrap if needed.

• Season with salt & pepper.

2. Bread the Chicken:

• Set up 3 shallow bowls:

  1. Flour

  2. Beaten eggs

  3. Breadcrumbs + Parmesan + garlic powder + Italian seasoning

• Dredge chicken: Flour → Egg → Breadcrumb mix

3. Pan-Fry:

• Heat olive oil (~¼ inch deep) in a skillet over medium heat.

• Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

• Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. Assemble & Bake:

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

• Place chicken in a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece.

• Top with shredded mozzarella + extra Parmesan.

• Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and melted.

5. Garnish & Serve:

• Top with fresh basil or parsley.

• Serve over spaghetti, zucchini noodles, or with a side salad.

🥗 Lighter Baked Chicken Parmesan (No Frying)

Differences:

• Skip pan-frying — bake instead.

• Use panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan for extra crispness.

Key Adjustments:

• After breading, place chicken on a greased baking sheet or wire rack.

• Spray tops lightly with oil.

• Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.

• Add sauce + cheese in the last 5–7 minutes and return to oven until melty.

🍽️ Optional Add-ons:

• Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes to the sauce or breading.

• Stuffed version: Cut pockets into chicken breasts and stuff with mozzarella before breading.

• Air fryer: Cook breaded chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 12–14 min, flipping once.

Would you like a chicken parm sandwich recipe, or a low-carb/keto version (no breadcrumbs)? Happy to share those too!