Quick and Easy Chicken Parmesan

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
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Equipment

  • Skillet with lid
  • Cooking utensils (tongs, spatula)
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breast halves about 1 lb.
  • 1 egg slightly beaten
  • ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp margarine or butter
  • 1 ¾ cups Prego spaghetti sauce
  • ½ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Using the palm of your hand, flatten each chicken breast to an even thickness.
  • In a shallow bowl, place the beaten egg.
  • In another shallow bowl, place the seasoned breadcrumbs.
  • Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, then coat with the breadcrumbs.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the margarine or butter.
  • Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Pour the Prego spaghetti sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • After 10 minutes, sprinkle the shredded Mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley over the chicken.
  • Cover again and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve hot, optionally with cooked pasta or a side salad.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this classic chicken Parmesan with a medium-bodied red wine such as Merlot or Chianti. The acidity of these wines complements the tomato sauce, while the richness complements the cheesy chicken.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 360 kcal | Carbohydrates: 16 g | Protein: 32 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g
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Course Cheese / Chicken
Cuisine European / Italian