Jersey-Style Chicken Parmesan
Crispy breaded chicken cutlets topped with melted mozzarella, marinara, and a Parmesan crust, inspired by the boldness of authentic sports jerseys. This Italian-American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken breast, pounded, all-purpose flour, eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast, pounded
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In three separate bowls, place 1/2 cup flour, 2 beaten eggs, and 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C).
- Step 3: Bake for 10-12 minutes until chicken is fully cooked. Top with 1 cup marinara sauce and 4 slices mozzarella. Return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese melts. Garnish with additional Parmesan.








