Skillet Chicken Parmesan

If you’re craving a classic comfort meal that’s simple to make, this skillet chicken parmesan is the perfect weeknight dinner. It’s made in one pan with a crisp, flavorful breading, rich marinara, and plenty of melted cheese for an easy meal everyone will love.

One Pan Chicken Parmesan

Being ranchers, I’ll be honest, we don’t eat a lot of chicken. I can maybe get my family to eat chicken a few times a month. So, when I make a chicken recipe, it has to be good. This skillet chicken parmesan recipe is one of those good chicken recipes. It’s quick, delicious, and loved by everyone.

The best part is that it all comes together in one skillet, which makes cleanup a breeze and dinner on the table fast. The chicken gets a perfectly crisp, flavorful breading, then it’s finished with warm marinara and melted cheese that everyone goes back for seconds of. It’s proof that simple ingredients can still make a standout dinner.

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What Ingredients Are in Skillet Chicken Parmesan?

• Chicken Breasts – I like to use chicken breasts for this recipe because they are cheap and fast.
• Panko Bread Crumbs – Panko bread crumbs are lighter and flakier than regular bread crumbs, which helps create a crispier, crunchier coating that stays crunchy longer and doesn’t get soggy under sauce.
• Egg – Dipping the chicken in egg helps the panko crumbs stick, creating a perfectly golden, crispy crust.
• Marinara – When you’re choosing a marinara sauce (or even spaghetti sauce), make sure to choose one that has a lot of flavor – not just the plain jane basic sauce with zero flavor. Yes, you will spend a few extra dollars, but it also makes a huge difference in the flavor of your chicken parmesan.
• Mozzarella Cheese – I love using mozzarella cheese in this recipe because it melts beautifully into a perfectly gooey, delicious layer that makes every bite so good.
• Parmesan Cheese – I also add parmesan cheese because it brings a salty, bold flavor that makes the breading extra crispy and delicious.

seasonings

• Onion Salt
• Garlic Powder
• Chicken Bouillion Cube
• Oregano
• Pepper

Tools You’ll Need

• Frying Pan
• Measuring Cups & Spoons
• Cheese Grater
• Meat Mallet
• Meat Thermometer

Skillet Chicken Parmesan Recipe

1. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap.
2. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken until thin and even in thickness. Set aside.
3. In a shallow bowl, crush the chicken bouillon cube and combine the seasonings and panko breadcrumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg until light and frothy.
5. Heat ¼ cup of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
6. Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then coat evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
7. Carefully place the chicken in the hot pan.
8. Cook until golden brown on one side, then flip and cook the other side until golden and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
9. Reduce heat to low. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, spreading to cover the top. Sprinkle generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover the pan and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.
10. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
11. Enjoy!

Gluten Free Skillet Chicken Parmesan

To make this recipe gluten free, you will want to substitute the regular panko breadcrumbs for a gluten free breadcrumb. I found these gluten free panko breadcrumbs on Amazon. You can find the link here.

Storage and Reheating

Store the leftover chicken parmesan in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a skillet and warm through or just pop it in the microwave.