Express parmesan chicken

20 min
hard
9 ingredients

Express parmesan chicken

Express Parmesan Chicken: History and Origin

Parmesan chicken is a dish with its roots in Italian cuisine, specifically in the region of Parma, famous for its Parmesan cheese. This traditional recipe combines the juiciness of breaded chicken with the richness of Parmesan cheese and tomato sauce, creating a delicious and comforting dish.

In different Latin American countries, this dish may have various names, although the term "pollo parmesano" is usually preserved. In Mexico, it is simply known as "pollo a la parmesana," while in Argentina and Chile it is common to hear it the same way or as "milanesa a la parmesana" when using breaded chicken breast covered with sauce and cheese. Despite small variations, the essence of the dish remains: breaded chicken, tomato sauce, and a generous layer of melted cheese.

This dish has become popular worldwide for its simplicity and flavor, being a frequent option for family meals and quick dinners. Its versatility allows it to be prepared both in the traditional way and in quicker or "express" versions, adapting to different tastes and times.

How to Prepare Express Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients: Angel hair pasta, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, egg, Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, butter, spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.

Steps:

Place the chicken between two sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap and flatten it to about 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Dip the chicken in the egg and coat it with bread crumbs.

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the chicken and cook for 8 minutes on each side or until the chicken is tender and no pink remains.

While the chicken is cooking, bring water to a boil for the pasta.

When the chicken is cooked, pour the spaghetti sauce into the skillet around the chicken.

Reduce the heat and heat the sauce thoroughly.

Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

Place the angel hair pasta on a serving platter and top with the chicken breasts.

Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the cheeses.

Garnish with parsley or basil.

Express parmesan chicken

Ingredients (9)

  • Angel hair pasta
  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Egg
  • Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • Butter
  • Spaghetti sauce
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley

Instructions (11 steps)

  1. 1 Place the chicken between two sheets of durable plastic wrap and flatten it to approximately 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin
  2. 2 Dip the chicken in the egg and coat it with breadcrumbs
  3. 3 Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat
  4. 4 Add the chicken and cook for 8 minutes on each side or until the chicken is tender and no pink parts remain
  5. 5 While the chicken is cooking, bring water to a boil for the pasta
  6. 6 When the chicken is cooked, pour the spaghetti sauce into the skillet around the chicken
  7. 7 Reduce the heat and warm the sauce thoroughly
  8. 8 Cook the pasta according to the package instructions
  9. 9 Place the angel hair pasta on a serving platter and top with the chicken breasts
  10. 10 Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the cheeses
  11. 11 Garnish with parsley or basil

Nutritional Information

Calories: 699 kcal
Protein: 89%
Carbohydrates: 27%
Fat: 30%
Sugar: 32%
Sodium: 34%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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