Parmesan Chicken with Mozzarella (Print Version)
Juicy chicken breasts with parmesan crust, topped with mozzarella and baked golden for a savory dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Breading
02 -
120 grams all-purpose flour
03 -
2 large eggs
04 -
60 millilitres milk
05 -
100 grams bread crumbs
→ Cheese
06 -
100 grams grated parmesan cheese, divided
07 -
100 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Seasoning
08 -
2 garlic cloves, minced
09 -
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon black pepper
→ Oil
12 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or non-stick spray.
02 -
Arrange three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and milk, and a third containing bread crumbs, 50 grams parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture to evenly coat.
04 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
05 -
Transfer browned chicken to the prepared baking dish. Combine remaining 50 grams parmesan with mozzarella and minced garlic, then sprinkle evenly over chicken. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through and cheese is bubbling.
# Notes:
01 -
Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking to retain juiciness.