Perfect Chicken Parmesan Recipe for Beginners

This easy Chicken Parmesan is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and topped with a rich tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese. A beginner-friendly restaurant-quality dish!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories per Serving: ~450

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts, halved into 4 cutlets
Salt & pepper, to taste

1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Panko)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs, beaten

1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup olive oil (for frying)

Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make 4 thinner cutlets.

Season with salt & pepper.

Coat the Chicken

Set up a dredging station:

Bowl 1: Flour
Bowl 2: Beaten eggs
Bowl 3: Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.

Dip each chicken piece in flour, then egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.

Fry the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Cook chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. (Don’t overcrowd the pan!)
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Assemble & Bake

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place fried chicken in a baking dish.
Top each piece with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan.