The flavors of traditional Italian chicken parmesan are still in this recipe, but the Bisquick enrobes the chicken perfectly to accept the seasonings and sauce without falling apart or turning to goo. This one is definitely a keeper, an easy home cooked meal to create your own memories with.
Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients:
3/4 cup Bisquick baking mix
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 oz each)
3 Tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cups tomato pasta sauce (from 26-oz jar)
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
Directions:
1. In shallow dish or pie plate, mix Bisquick mix, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
2. In another shallow dish or pie plate, beat egg. Coat chicken with Bisquick mixture, then dip into egg, and coat again with Bisquick mixture.
3. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
4. Cover; cook 8 to 10 minutes longer, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Remove from skillet to plate.
5. Add pasta sauce to skillet. Add basil, oregano, and garlic to sauce, stir well. Heat for 1 minute.
6. Place chicken on top of sauce. Sprinkle with Mozarella. Cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Other Dinners to Try
After trying this excellent chicken parmesan recipe, try these other dinner ideas out:
- Chicken pot pie. Chicken pot pie is a super cozy dinner to serve your family. There's no going wrong with this; it's creamy, hearty, and has vegetables!
- Shepherd's pie. If you like chicken pot pie, then you need to try Shepherd's pie. It's not too different than chicken pot pie. It offers just as much coziness and heartiness, making it perfect as a winter meal.
- Eggplant parmesan. This recipe is similar to chicken parmesan, save for the obvious difference using eggplant instead of chicken. Make sure the people you serve this to can handle eggplant; not everyone is able to easily digest it. This can cause a digestive upset for them.
- Apple cider stew. This is, by far, a perfect autumn dish. Apple cider is quintessentially a fall drink, so including it in a stew is sure to make a meal perfect for any chilly fall day. Use whatever ingredients you like, from beef to vegetables to mushrooms.
- Baked macaroni and cheese. While this is usually served as a side, there's nothing wrong with serving it as a main dish! This hearty, filling, and comforting dish is beloved by millions, and for good reason. Try out several different recipes to find your favorite!
- Chicken cordon bleu. To make this, you'll stuff a chicken with ham and Swiss cheese, covered with bread crumbs. If you want a bit of a fancier dinner, chicken cordon bleu is a great choice.
- Chicken noodle casserole. Tired of chicken noodle soup but in need of a comfort meal for your family? Chicken noodle casserole is the way to go. It's relatively easy to make, and makes enough to feed your whole family for one or two nights. On a cold night, there's no going wrong with chicken noodle casserole.
- Steak. Sometimes, a good steak is the way to go. Pick your favorite cut of meat, grill it or cook it inside, and enjoy. Make sure to season liberally, and prepare a good sauce for it. Cowboy butter is a great option that goes great with any cut of steak.
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