Description
Chicken Parmesan Pillows are a mouthwatering delight that promises to elevate any meal. Imagine tender, crispy chicken wrapped around gooey mozzarella, all topped with vibrant marinara sauce and baked to perfection. This dish is not just food; it’s an experience that brings joy and comfort to the dinner table. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, these pillows combine ease of preparation with impressive presentation, making them a must-try recipe for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets (about 1/4 inch thick). Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- 3. Place mozzarella slices on one edge of each cutlet, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- 4. Dredge each rolled pillow in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat generously with panko breadcrumbs.
- 5. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear each pillow until golden brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- 6. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet, spoon marinara sauce over each pillow, top with remaining mozzarella, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Chicken Parmesan Pillow (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg