Chicken Parmesan with French Fries 

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Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Chicken:

• 2 large chicken breasts, butterflied and pounded thin

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons milk

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Topping:

• 1 cup marinara sauce

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped

For the Fries:

• 3–4 large potatoes, cut into sticks (or frozen fries)

• Olive oil

• Salt

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Fries

• Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F.

• Toss potato sticks with olive oil and salt.

• Spread on a baking tray and bake for 30–35 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
  (Skip this step if using frozen fries and cook according to package instructions.)

2. Bread the Chicken

• Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

• Set up three bowls:

  1. Flour

  2. Eggs whisked with milk

  3. Breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning

• Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then coat well with breadcrumbs.

3. Fry the Chicken

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

• Transfer to a baking dish lined with paper towels.

4. Assemble

• Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken cutlet.

• Top generously with mozzarella cheese.

5. Bake

• Place chicken in the oven at 200°C / 400°F for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

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Serving

• Plate the chicken Parmesan with crispy fries on the side.

• Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

• Optional: add cherry tomatoes or a simple green salad for balance.

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Result

Crispy breaded chicken topped with rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella, paired with golden fries—comfort food with a classic Italian-American vibe.