Description
A classic Italian-American dish featuring crispy, breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Marinara Sauce:
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 large sprigs basil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Chicken:
- 1 c. panko bread crumbs
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 c. finely grated Parmesan, divided
- 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 6 (1/4″-thick) boneless, skinless chicken cutlets (about 1 1/2 lb. total)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 c. shredded mozzarella
- 1 c. vegetable or canola oil
- Chopped fresh basil, for serving
Instructions
- Marinara Sauce:
- In a medium pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Add the finely chopped onion and garlic. Stir to combine, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Uncover and continue cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then discard basil.
- Prepare Breading Stations:
- In a shallow bowl, mix panko, garlic powder, and 1 cup of Parmesan.
- In another bowl, pour the flour.
- In a third bowl, beat the eggs with 1 tablespoon of water.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Dip in flour, then egg, and finally in panko mixture.
- Prepare for Frying:
- Mix shredded mozzarella with remaining Parmesan.
- Heat broiler and oil in a pot until 350°F.
- Set a wire rack in a baking sheet.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Fry chicken until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side. Transfer to the rack.
- Broil the Chicken:
- Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken piece, sprinkle with cheese mixture, and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 minutes.
- Serve:
- Divide chicken among plates, top with chopped basil, and serve with remaining marinara sauce.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- You can customize the marinara sauce with additional spices if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: main course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg