How To Make The Best Chicken Parmigiana (Chicken Parmesan)

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Published 2021-05-07
Today we're making chicken parmigiana (chicken parmesan). This is the classic dish you'd find in almost any Italian restaurant in America. Chicken parmigiana consists of crispy fried chicken cutlets with a delicious garlicky 5-minute marinara that's topped with mozzarella and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Enjoy!

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CHICKEN PARMIGIANA (PARMESAN)
INGREDIENTS

For the Chicken
6 thin-sliced chicken cutlets
2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs - seasoned with 3 tablespoons grated parmesan
1 cup flour - seasoned with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp pepper
3 eggs - beaten
Olive oil - for frying
1 1/2 - 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese - divided

For the sauce
1 (28) ounce can high quality plum tomatoes - blender pulsed
½ teaspoon dry oregano
4 cloves garlic - minced
¼ cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt - plus more to taste
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes - optional

SAUCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a saucepan saute the garlic in a ¼ cup of olive oil over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes or until lightly golden. Add in the hot red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds more.
2. Add the tomatoes, stir together, and bring the sauce to a simmer. Season with salt and oregano.
3. Taste test it, and adjust salt and pepper if required. When satisfied set the sauce aside.

FRYING AND ASSEMBLING CHICKEN PARMIGIANA
1. Dredge the cutlets in the flour and shake off excess, then dip into the egg, and then into the breadcrumbs. Place the breaded cutlets onto parchment paper.
2. Pour the olive a ½-¾” high into a large frying pan and heat oil to 370f. The burner should be set to about medium heat and take about 5-7 minutes to get to 370f.
3. Test the oil and then fry the cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side and place finished cutlets on a wire rack so that they don’t become soggy.
4. In a nonstick baking sheet spread the cutlets out and place a few tablespoons of the sauce onto them, then a ¼ cup or so of the mozzarella cheese and finally a couple tablespoons of the parmesan cheese on top.
5. Bake the cutlets at 450 for 2-3 minutes, then broil for 30-60 seconds to melt the cheese. When finished grate some more parmesan onto the hot chicken parmigiana. Serve with the extra sauce on the side. Enjoy!

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All Comments (21)
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  • Great video. I love when the family comes in. They just make it feel so authentic and down-home. Can't wait to elevate my parm game for my family.
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  • @johnroberts9823
    I actually just made this following your directions/recipe - and it turned out fantastic! I finally found a way to make the chicken crispy thanks to you - so thank you! Everybody loved my chicken parm!
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  • Thank you for this video! I made this tonight for my family and they all loved it. I've never made successful chicken parm before. The breading falls off or the fry is uneven. This was perfect!
  • @VegasBugs
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  • Thank you my friend. I love chicken parm. It’s one of my favorites. Also i appreciate all your tips and advice, for those like myself who aren’t professional cooks or chefs but I love cooking!
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  • A trick I learned many years ago to re-use oil is to get a potato or more and scrub them clean -- no need to peel. Cut them into thick slices and put them into the frying pan and cook until very crisp. As they're cooking, the oil will clear before your eyes. Remove the potatoes and discard. The should be clean for re-use.
  • You have become my favorite food channel. I like the way you explain what and why your are using a certain ingredient or using a technique. Can’t wait to try my hand at chicken parmigiana