Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Instructions

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   salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 large eggs 1 cup panko bread crumbs, or more as needed � cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 2 tablespoons all-pur pose our, or more if needed � cup olive oil for fr ying, or as needed � cup prepared tomato sauce � cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes � cup chopped fresh basil � cup grated provolone cheese 2 teaspoons olive oil Preheat an oven to 450�F.

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   Place chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface.

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   Firmly pound chicken to a thickness of 1/2-inch.

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   Season chicken thoroughly with salt and pepper.

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   Using a sifter or strainer; sprinkle our over chicken breasts, evenly coating both sides.

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   Beat eggs in a shallow bowl and set aside.

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   Mix bread crumbs and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl, set aside.

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   Dip a our-coated chicken breast in beaten eggs.

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   Transfer chicken breast to the bread crumb mixture, pressing crumbs into both sides.

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    Repeat for each breast.

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    Let chicken rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

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    Heat 1/2 inch olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer.

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    Cook chicken in the hot oil until golden, about 2 minutes per side.

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    Transfer chicken to a baking dish.

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    Top each breast with 2 tablespoons tomato sauce.

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    Layer each chicken breast with equal amounts of mozzarella,basil, and provolone.

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    Sprinkle remaining Parmesan over top and drizzle each with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.

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    Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is browned and bubbly and chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes.

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    An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165� F.