Description
Crispy breaded chicken cutlets baked in marinara and melted mozzarella for bold Italian-American flavor. Perfect golden crust with tender, juicy chicken and a rich cheese-sauce finish.
Ingredients
4 (6-ounce boneless, skinless) Chicken Breasts
1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
2 Large Eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups Breadcrumbs, Italian-seasoned
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1 1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
2 cups Marinara Sauce
2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
Salt, to taste
Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Pound chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet
Season both sides with salt and let rest 10 minutes
Set up breading station: flour in one shallow dish, egg wash with black pepper in another, breadcrumbs in a third
Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess
Dip in egg mixture, coating evenly
Press into breadcrumbs until fully coated
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
Sear chicken cutlets 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown
Place seared chicken on a baking sheet, spoon marinara sauce over each piece
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes until cheese melts and chicken is cooked through
Notes
Use Italian 00 flour for a crispier coating if available
Provolone or parmesan-rind infused cheese can replace mozzarella
Slice chicken breasts first for even thickness and faster cooking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with marinara and cheese
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg