Chicken Parmigiana

45 mins cooking time
Chicken Parmigiana Chicken Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana

  • 40 mins preparation time
  • 45 mins cooking time
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1
Take the chicken breasts between 2 pieces of clingfilm and flatten to about 3cm with a rolling pin. Take 3 dinner plates, and add flour, beaten eggs and breadcrumbs to each plate. Mix the herbs and grated parmesan into the breadcrumbs. Next, dip the chicken into the flour, then egg and lastly breadcrumbs - only in this order. Set aside until ready to cook.
2
To make the tomato sauce, heat a small saucepan and add 3 tbsp of Lurpak® unsalted butter and the chopped onions. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tender. Add the garlic, and cook for a further minute. Add the tomatoes and tomato puree. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, until reduced and thick. Season well to taste, and add the mixed herbs and chilli flakes.
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The tomato sauce recipe also makes a great topping for grilled fish or other pasta dishes.
3
To cook the chicken, heat a frying pan with 3 tbsp of Lurpak® unsalted butter. Gently cook on both sides for 4-5 minute each, until crisp and golden. Remove, and set aside on a lined baking tray.
4
Preheat the oven to 180c/160c fan/350f/gas 5.
5
Add 3 tbsp of tomato sauce onto each escalope, and drape with sliced mozzarella and parmesan. Bake in the oven until bubbling (around 40-45 minutes). Finish with a dash of shredded basil and serve.
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The secret's in the sauce…

Cook, every great Chicken Parmigiana deserves a good sauce, and who says simple can’t be spectacular? Not our recipe. Get your garlic and onion sizzling in olive oil, then add the chopped tomatoes — or passata, organic is always good. Let it all simmer gently to draw out the flavour, with a pinch of red pepper flakes for that extra kick. Toss in fresh basil at the end, and there you have it — a rich, savoury topping that ties it all together. Buon Appetito.

Chicken Parmigiana, Meet Your Match

So you're planning on whipping up a wonderful Chicken Parmigiana, and you're wondering what to serve it with? The answer really depends on your mood. Fancy something light? Throw together a quick crisp salad — rocket, baby spinach, whatever greens you love — with a light vinaigrette. Want something heartier? Pair it with spaghetti or penne in a simple olive oil and garlic sauce, or a nice marinara. Warm bread or roasted veggies are other great options too. This Chicken Parmigiana works with almost anything.

Putting the chicken into Parmigiana

While Chicken Parmigiana has its roots in Italy’s Melanzane Alla Parmigiana, it was Italian immigrants to the U.S. who first swapped eggplant for chicken, which was more affordable and readily available. For this recipe, use boneless chicken breasts or thighs—thighs for a juicier, richer flavour, and breasts for something leaner. Coat the chicken in flour, egg, and herbed breadcrumbs, then fry until golden and crisp. That done, you’ll have the perfect base for layering, baking, and serving your way.

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