Dinner for 6
Crispy Chicken Parmesan
Crispy breaded chicken is baked with seasoned tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil until the coating stays crunchy.
$10.11for 4 servings
$2.53 per serving$10.11 for 4
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- 45 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
ItalianHigh-proteinKid-friendlyBudgetFamilyDinners
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.13Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.19Typical price |
| Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 1.9 lb | $6.54Typical price |
| Bread crumbs$0.14/oz typical | 6 oz | $0.84Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 3 oz | $1.60Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $0.65Typical price |
| Canned tomatoes$0.08/oz typical | 14 oz | $1.12Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.04Typical price |
| Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 8 oz | $2.40Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $15.16 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Olive and cooking oilSugar and brown sugar
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1/4 tsp salt and pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup olive oil (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 2 tsp garlic
- 14 oz tomato puree
- 1/4 tsp salt (optional)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp dried italian herbs
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp basil
Steps
- Heat the oven to 425 F and whisk the eggs with garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Cook the onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato puree, Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and sugar, then simmer the sauce for 10 minutes.
- Coat the chicken in the egg mixture, then press it into panko, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and garlic powder.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet and cook the chicken for 4 minutes per side.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish, cover it with sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan, and bake for 15 minutes until it reaches 165 F.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes and top with basil.
Swaps
- Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
- Bread crumbs for Stuffing mixabout $0.16/oz more at typical prices
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