Cheesy Italian Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breast, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
• 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 2 cups breadcrumbs, Italian-style
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cups marinara sauce
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with Italian-style breadcrumbs.
3. 03
   Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
4. 04
   Dredge each chicken piece first in the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
5. 05
   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts until golden brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
6. 06
   Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place the fried chicken breasts over the sauce.
7. 07
   Top each chicken breast with remaining marinara sauce, then sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
8. 08
   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
9. 09
   Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.