Description
This Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan recipe delivers a deliciously crispy and cheesy Italian classic without gluten, making it suitable for those with gluten sensitivities. Tender chicken cutlets are breaded with a seasoned gluten-free breadcrumb and parmesan mixture, pan-fried to perfection, then baked topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese for a hearty, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breast cutlets (about 1 1/4 pounds total)
Breading and Seasoning
- 1/2 cup gluten free all purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup gluten free breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the assembled chicken parmesan.
- Pound the chicken: If your chicken breast cutlets aren’t already thin, pound them until about 1/4 inch thick for even cooking and tender texture.
- Mix seasoning blend: In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to evenly season each layer in the breading process.
- Prepare flour mixture: In a shallow dish, add the gluten free flour and half of the seasoning mix, stirring to combine.
- Whisk eggs: In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth to help the breadcrumbs adhere to the chicken.
- Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan: In a final shallow bowl, mix together the gluten free breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and the remaining half of the seasoning blend.
- Bread the chicken: Dip each chicken cutlet first into the seasoned flour, then into the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb and parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere well.
- Pan-fry the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken cutlets approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble the dish: Transfer the fried chicken to a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each cutlet and then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let rest a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious gluten free chicken parmesan hot.
Notes
- Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound chicken evenly for best texture.
- Gently pat breadcrumb mixture onto chicken to ensure maximum crispness.
- If preferred, substitute marinara sauce with your favorite tomato sauce brand.
- For extra flavor, add fresh basil or oregano before baking.
- Always check the internal temperature of chicken to be at least 165°F to ensure safety.
