Chicken Parmo is a classic Italian-American dish that is easy to make and incredibly delicious. Despite its simple ingredients and preparation, it is packed full of flavor and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix together the dried breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt and pepper.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until well mixed.
In a third shallow dish, add the plain flour.
Dip each chicken breast strip first in the flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs.
Place the breaded chicken strips onto a baking tray that has been coated with spray oil.
Bake the chicken for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
How to Make the Béchamel Sauce
While the chicken is cooking, make the béchamel sauce by melting the butter in a pan over medium heat.
Add the flour and whisk until combined.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Add a grating of nutmeg for extra flavor.
Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and stir in the grated red Leicester cheese until melted and smooth.
Final Steps
In a baking dish, place the cooked chicken strips in a single layer.
Pour the béchamel sauce evenly over the chicken strips.
Top with extra grated red Leicester cheese if desired.
Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot with fresh salad on the side if desired.
Notes
– It is important to use skinless chicken breasts for this dish.– The chicken can be cooked in advance and then reheated in the oven before serving.– If the cheese is not browning, you can turn the oven to broil for the last few minutes of cooking.– You can use any type of tomato sauce for this dish, from store-bought to homemade.– Herbs such as oregano, basil, and thyme can be used to add additional flavor to the dish.– To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and gluten-free breadcrumbs.– For a vegetarian version of this dish, you can substitute the chicken with tofu.