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Chicken Parmesan Skillet
Recipe by Grit & Soul · Save to D!NNER PLAN$
30 minBase: 4 servingsStovetopitalian
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4 people
Ingredients
- chicken breastNeed: 1 lb
- tomato sauceNeed: 2 cupBuy: 2 can
- mozzarellaNeed: 1.5 cupBuy: 1 bag
- parmesanNeed: 0.5 cupBuy: 1 bag
- breadcrumbsNeed: 1 cup
- butterNeed: 2 tbspBuy: 1 stick
Instructions
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Before you start
Gather the ingredients and the pan or pot before turning on the heat. These steps keep the cooking efficient while still spelling out the key heat settings, doneness cues, and safe handling details.
Safe temp: Poultry
165°F · Use a food thermometer
1. Step 1
Coat the chicken in breadcrumbs. Prepare the pieces evenly, keep the work surface stable, and have the next pan or bowl ready before continuing.
Poultry: 165°F. Use a food thermometer and check the center of the thickest piece without touching bone.
2. Cook the chicken
Preheat a 10- to 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, then add the listed butter or oil. Cook the seasoned meat in a single layer, turning once it is browned, and continue until the thickest piece reaches 165°F. Rest it on a clean plate before slicing or shredding.
Give the food a little time between stirs so it can brown and build flavor.
3. Make the sauce
Lower the heat to medium-low, add the liquid gradually while stirring, and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Once it coats a spoon, reduce the heat to low or off before adding cheese so it melts smoothly; loosen with a splash of liquid if needed.
4. Step 4
Spread the listed topping evenly over the food without pressing it down, then continue to the next cooking step.
5. Step 5
Preheat a 10- to 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, then add the listed butter or oil. Cook the seasoned meat in a single layer, turning once it is browned, and continue until the thickest piece reaches 165°F. Rest it on a clean plate before slicing or shredding.