Indulge in the cheesy, crispy goodness of Baked Chicken Parmesan Dip, a delightful appetizer or party snack that will tantalize your taste buds. Savor the perfect blend of juicy chicken, melted mozzarella, and tangy Parmesan cheese, all enveloped in a golden-brown crust. This dip is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to be a hit among family and friends.
The recipe features a simple preparation, requiring readily available ingredients. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a savory breadcrumb mixture, then baked to perfection. The creamy, cheesy dip is made with a combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, ensuring an irresistibly rich and gooey texture. Garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of cayenne pepper add depth of flavor, while panko breadcrumbs provide a crispy, golden-brown topping.
THE BEST CHICKEN PARMESAN
Chicken Parmesan should have, well, Parmesan. So we not only topped ours with it, we added it to the crust for even more flavor and texture. For the coating, we prefer to start with plain breadcrumbs and enhance them with our favorite flavors. And our very simple, classic Italian-American tomato sauce has a bright and tomato-y flavor that cuts through the richness of the chicken and pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Line another rimmed baking sheet with foil. Cut two 12-inch sheets of plastic wrap.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, making 4 roughly equal pieces; they should look like large chicken tenders. Place one sheet of plastic on a clean cutting board. Put one chicken piece in the center of the plastic and top with the other sheet of plastic. Pound the chicken with the flat side of a meat mallet, starting in the center and working your way to the edges, until the chicken is 1/4-inch thick. Transfer to the wire rack. Repeat with the remaining chicken, one piece at a time. Liberally sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Put the flour in a pie plate and dredge the chicken 1 piece at a time, turning to coat and packing the flour into the crevices. Shake to remove any excess and return to the rack. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Whisk the breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a medium bowl until combined. Whisk the milk and egg in a medium bowl until combined. Dip the dredged chicken into the milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then pack the seasoned breadcrumbs firmly onto the chicken. Very gently
- shake off any excess and return to the rack. Refrigerate uncovered at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce. Heat 1/3 cup of the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes and cook until very fragrant but not brown, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, basil and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the tomatoes are very tender and the liquid has reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Smash the tomatoes with a potato masher until almost smooth; it's ok if it's a little chunky. Season with salt.
- Heat the remaining 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cutlets and cook until the coating is golden brown, about 1 minute per side; the chicken will not be cooked through. Transfer to the foil-lined baking sheet in a single layer 3 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining cutlets.
- Arrange an oven rack directly under the broiler and preheat to high. Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, spaced 3 inches apart. Top each cutlet with 2/3 cup of the sauce and spread evenly to coat. Sprinkle each cutlet with 1 tablespoon of the Parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Broil until the cheese melts and starts to brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the spaghetti, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and transfer to the remaining sauce. Gently stir until the sauce coats the pasta. Transfer the spaghetti to a serving dish and top with the chicken. Sprinkle with more Parmesan and serve with torn basil.
QUICK BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN
In this lighter version of chicken Parmesan I skip the pan-frying in oil and instead bake lightly-breaded chicken breasts in the oven, then top with sauce and cheese. My family's not big on lots of sauce and cheese, so I just use a little to flavor the dish. Feel free to add more if you like, but it's excellent as-is. Serve chicken over pasta with additional sauce.
Provided by ChristineM
Categories Main Dish Recipes Chicken Chicken Parmesan Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Whisk water and egg together in a bowl until smooth. Combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, thyme, and garlic powder in a separate bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast in egg mixture, allowing excess egg to drip back into bowl. Coat each chicken breast in bread crumb mixture, shaking off excess. Repeat dipping each coated chicken breast in the egg mixture and the bread crumb mixture for a double-coating and place in the prepared baking dish. Spray breaded chicken breasts with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Pour spaghetti sauce over each chicken breast and top each with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese. Continue baking until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the cheeses are melted, about 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 116.3 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 803.4 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
OVEN BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN
A great recipe for a classic dish with a twist that will help you save time. What could be better?
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine bread crumbs, Italian seasoning and garlic powder in shallow dish. Dip chicken in egg, then crumb mixture; turn to coat. Arrange chicken in 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Bake 20 minutes Pour Sauce over chicken; top with cheese. Bake an additional 10 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Serve over spaghetti.
BAKED CHICKEN PARMIGIANA
Spaghetti sauce mix is the secret to the flavorful breading in this chicken parmigiana recipe. Just top juicy chicken breasts with prepared sauce and mozzarella cheese. -Trisha Lange, Appleton, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Dip chicken in salad dressing, then coat with crumb mixture. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, until chicken juices run clear, 40-45 minutes. Drizzle with spaghetti sauces and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1048mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
SKINNY CHICKEN PARMESAN PASTA BAKE
Light on calories but heavy on flavor, this lightened-up, baked chicken and no-boil pasta casserole is so simple and so satisfying.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix pasta sauce and water; stir in pasta. Pour into baking dish.
- Rub chicken tenders with pepper flakes and salt. Place chicken in single layer on top of pasta mixture in baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese. Cover tightly with foil. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until pasta is tender and most of sauce is absorbed. Remove foil; let stand 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; stir to coat in butter. Cook 1 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until toasted. Pour mixture into medium bowl; stir in remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over baked pasta. Top with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, organic vegetables and high-quality parmesan cheese.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Cook it until it is just cooked through, or it will become tough and dry.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the chicken and vegetables by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they blend well with the other ingredients.
- You can use any type of bread crumbs you like in this recipe. Panko bread crumbs give the dip a nice crispy texture, while regular bread crumbs will give it a softer texture.
- Serve the dip with your favorite dipping vegetables, such as carrot sticks, celery sticks, or pita chips.
Conclusion:
Baked Chicken Parmesan Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and crispy breadcrumb topping, this dip is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give Baked Chicken Parmesan Dip a try. You won't be disappointed!
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