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Chicken Parmesan, also known as Chicken Parmigiana, is a classic

Italian-American dish featuring breaded and fried chicken breasts topped with
marinara sauce and melted cheese. Here's a basic recipe for making Chicken
Parmesan:

### Ingredients:

#### For the Breaded Chicken:

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil for frying

#### For Assembly:

- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

### Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Chicken:**

- Preheat your oven to 375�F (190�C).
- If the chicken breasts are thick, you can butterfly them or use a meat mallet
to pound them to an even thickness. Season the chicken breasts with salt and
pepper.

2. **Breading Station:**
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In one bowl, place the
flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs
and grated Parmesan cheese.

3. **Bread the Chicken:**

- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured chicken in the beaten eggs, ensuring it's coated.
- Press the chicken into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, making sure it's
evenly coated on both sides.

4. **Fry the Chicken:**

- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the breaded chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are
golden brown and cooked through.
- Place the fried chicken on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.

5. **Assemble the Chicken Parmesan:**

- In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce.
- Place the fried chicken breasts on top of the sauce.
- Spoon more marinara sauce over each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.

6. **Bake:**
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted
and bubbly, and the chicken is heated through.
7. **Garnish and Serve:**
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
- Serve the Chicken Parmesan over cooked pasta or with a side of crusty bread.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Parmesan! It's a comforting and flavorful dish that's
perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.