Easy Cheesy Gluten-Free Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Easy Cheesy Gluten-Free Chicken Parmesan Recipe

We recently came across a delightful recipe for Chicken Parmesan on Cheerful Cook. The original recipe looked absolutely delicious, but since we prefer gluten-free meals, we decided to adapt it using gluten-free ingredients. This way, everyone, including those with gluten sensitivities, can enjoy this cheesy, comforting dish. Here’s our improved, gluten-free version!

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (e.g., Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (e.g., Ian’s Gluten-Free Panko Breadcrumbs)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup gluten-free marinara sauce (e.g., Rao’s Homemade Marinara Sauce)
• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
   • Dredge each chicken breast in gluten-free flour, shaking off any excess.

2. Bread the Chicken:

   • In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
   • In another shallow bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
   • Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
   • Remove the skillet from heat.

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Spoon the gluten-free marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
   • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce.

5. Bake the Chicken:

   • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
   • Bake until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
   • Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious gluten-free Chicken Parmesan!

Tips for the Best Gluten-Free Chicken Parmesan:

• Chicken Thickness: If your chicken breasts are thick, consider pounding them to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
• Breadcrumbs: For extra crunch, use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
• Marinara Sauce: Choose a high-quality, flavorful gluten-free marinara sauce to enhance the overall taste of the dish.

Credit:

This recipe was inspired by the fantastic Easy Cheesy Chicken Parmesan Recipe from Cheerful Cook. We made some adjustments to cater to our gluten-free preferences, and we hope you enjoy this adapted version as much as we do!