Delicious Mushroom Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of tender chicken breasts topped with a savory mushroom sauce and melted cheese in this Mushroom Chicken Parmesan recipe. With a crispy breadcrumb coating and a rich tomato sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal. This recipe can be prepared in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip it in beaten eggs, and coat it with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Cook the breaded chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and transfer them to the prepared baking dish.
6. In the same skillet, melt butter and add sliced mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms release their juices and become golden brown. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
7. Pour marinara sauce over the mushrooms and stir well to combine.
8. Spoon the mushroom sauce over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
9. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of each chicken breast.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
12. Serve hot with pasta or a side salad.

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