Chicken Parmesan
About this recipe
Chicken Parmesan is a classic dish that combines crispy breaded chicken with marinara sauce and melted cheese. This version, presented by Smokin' & Grillin' with AB, keeps it simple and delicious, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.
With a cooking time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is designed for ease without sacrificing flavor. The use of garlic-infused olive oil adds a unique depth to the dish, elevating it beyond the typical preparation.
Ingredient notes
- The recipe calls for 2 chicken breasts, which are butterflied for even cooking.
- For the marinara sauce, you'll need 28 oz of crushed tomatoes, along with yellow onion, garlic, oregano, and additional garlic-infused olive oil.
Tips from Smokin' & Grillin with AB’s video
- Butterflying the chicken breasts helps them cook evenly and reduces cooking time.
- Using three separate breading stations (flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture) ensures a well-coated chicken that crisps up nicely in the pan.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken; it should ripple to indicate it's ready.
Good to know
- How long does it take to cook the chicken?
- Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- What size casserole dish is recommended?
- A 13x9 casserole dish is recommended for this recipe.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Smokin' & Grillin with AB: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Butterfly the chicken breasts by cutting them in half horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- 2
Cover the chicken with plastic wrap and gently pound it to an even thickness using a meat tenderizer.
- 3
Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Set up three breading stations: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 5
Heat garlic infused olive oil in a large pan over medium heat until it starts to ripple.
- 6
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the bread crumb mixture.
- 7
Carefully place the breaded chicken in the hot oil, laying it away from yourself to avoid splatter.
- 8
Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Remove the chicken from the pan and place it in a large casserole dish.
- 10
Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the casserole dish, then place the chicken on top.
- 11
Top the chicken with more marinara sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- 12
Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10-15 minutes.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The amount of garlic infused olive oil is inferred based on the size of the pan used.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Smokin' & Grillin with AB’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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