Tasty Eats | Stuffed Chicken Parmesan


It’s been a while since I’ve done an actual recipe post and I’m excited to be sharing this one from my newest cookbook find- Happy Cooking. I skipped a few of the ingredients that I didn’t think were pertinent to the recipe and it was just as tasty as the picture in the book! A couple reasons you need to try this. The first, it’s a pretty impressive recipe just based on the prep alone (a little tough, but not impossible) – whoever you make it for will be mighty impressed! The second it’s a great recipe to make with your significant other or a friend! Sure you could make it on your own, but it was a lot more fun prepping everything with Gary! 

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan





What you’ll need

  1. 4 boneless chicken breasts – cut horizontally into 2 cutlets (yields 8)
  2. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  3. Β½ grated Parmesan cheese – plus 1/4 for garnish
  4. 24 whole basil leaves
  5. 1 cup all purpose flour
  6. 3 large eggs
  7. 2 cups bread crumbs
  8. 1 cup grapeseed oil (I did not use this)
  9. 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  10. 2 cups marinara sauce
  11. ΒΌ cup chopped parsley (I did not use this)
  12. Kosher Salt & Pepper 

Instructions

Place the chicken cutlets on a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap. Using a meat millet, pound until it’s about ΒΌ inch thick. 

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

This is where you are going to start to have a lot of plates – at least I did. Remove the plastic wrap and evenly season the cutlets with salt and pepper. Take 2 tablespoons of mozzarella & Parmesan and sprinkle on one side. Then you want to add basil leaves – depending on size about 2-3 on one side of the chicken. 

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

Roll the chicken up and secure with a toothpick. I’ll admit this is probably the toughest part because the chicken is a bit slippery and all the cutlets are different sizes, so just take your time here! Once those are all set, place flour, eggs and bread crumbs into 3 shallow bowls – you can add a little salt and pepper to the bread crumbs and flour. This is the order you’ll want to dip:

  1. flour
  2. egg
  3. breadcrumbs
  4. egg
  5. breadcrumbs

Once you’ve done all the dipping – in a pan over medium heat add the oils. Like I mentioned, I only used EVOO. Carefully place 4 rolls at a time in the oil and fry on each side for about 3 minutes – then repeat with the other 4. 

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

After you’ve fried the 8 pieces transfer them over to a baking sheet until they register to be at least 160Β° – the book says 5 minutes, that was a little too short for me so I actually kept them in there for 20 minutes and they were cooked to perfection. If you’re super weird about your meat – I highly suggest this digital thermometer fork – I use it all the time because I’m incredibly weary about how well done my meat is. Meaning I want to be 100% positive it’s cooked! 

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

Once removed from the oven, let it sit for 5 minutes and warm the marinara sauce. Add the sauce and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top. I served it with a side of green beans, but you can choose anything you’d like – maybe even add some garlic bread as well! All that’s left is to enjoy – oh and this meal is everyone approved and makes for great leftovers! 

Are you a fan of chicken parm? 



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  1. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    February 9, 2016 / 11:14 am

    Yum! This looks so delicious!
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  2. Andrea Nine
    February 9, 2016 / 11:16 am

    This sounds heavenly and it's so pretty!!!! Going on the list for sure, my family will love it!!! Thank you for a yummy new recipe!!! πŸ˜‰

  3. a little bit of emily
    February 9, 2016 / 11:22 am

    Yum! This looks and sounds really goo;d. Definitely going to add it to my list of things to try.

  4. Christina @ Simple and Delish
    February 9, 2016 / 11:29 am

    That looks delicious! Chicken Parm is one of my favorites so I'll have to give this a try!!

    Christina :: Simple and Delish

  5. East Coast Chic {Natalie}
    February 9, 2016 / 11:39 am

    Yum!! These look delicious! I'm going to need to try this chicken parm is my husbands favorite.

  6. Jenn
    February 9, 2016 / 11:44 am

    This looks delicious! I love cooking together–it's one of my favorite things πŸ™‚

  7. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    February 9, 2016 / 12:00 pm

    Oh yum!!! Looks amazing!!

  8. Evelina
    February 9, 2016 / 12:05 pm

    I am definitely a fan of chicken parm but have only made it once before! Now I am caving it again!

  9. Whitney and Blaire
    February 9, 2016 / 12:10 pm

    This recipe looks so delicious and I love that the chicken is stuffed with greens! Thanks for sharing!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  10. Ashley G
    February 9, 2016 / 12:36 pm

    YUM! I love stuffed chicken and this one sounds delicious!

  11. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    February 9, 2016 / 12:56 pm

    Such a nice spin of the regular chicken dish. I definitely want to try this! I like that it is low carb as well, thanks for the share B!

  12. Nadine
    February 9, 2016 / 12:59 pm

    That looks amazing!!!! Chris loves Chicken parm so I am going to try this one out!

  13. Ashley Lillis
    February 9, 2016 / 1:04 pm

    What a fun twist on traditional chicken Parmesan! We love any sort of stuffed chicken, so I'll definitely be trying this out!

  14. Unknown
    February 9, 2016 / 1:07 pm

    This looks delicious!! Love it! xo
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  15. Shay from Great, Now What
    February 9, 2016 / 1:09 pm

    That looks so tasty!!! I love fresh basil on absolutely anything!

  16. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    February 9, 2016 / 1:10 pm

    YUM! I love chicken parm and love that this is such a fun twist on a classic! I'm with you, I like to make 100% sure my meat is fully cooked. I'm so paranoid about that! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  17. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoes
    February 9, 2016 / 1:10 pm

    That looks SO good- Chuck and I love cooking together so we will definitely be trying this!

  18. Unknown
    February 9, 2016 / 1:13 pm

    Definitely bookmarking this recipe for later. Looks so delish!

    xo Jen
    Skirt The Rules

  19. kerri @ cheshire kat
    February 9, 2016 / 1:19 pm

    love chicken parm and this looks so good! i love the smaller sizes and it looks like it just melts in your mouth. worth the effort!

    xoxo cheshire kat

  20. Lizzie @ This Happy Life
    February 9, 2016 / 1:23 pm

    This looks and sounds amazing. And I'm the same way about meat!

  21. Chesson | Magnolia+Main
    February 9, 2016 / 1:24 pm

    Oh man, these looks so yummy! I love chicken parm and this is a fun twist on the traditional recipe.

  22. The Bandwagon Chic
    February 9, 2016 / 1:27 pm

    Ohhhmmyy this looks tasty
    I want to try it.

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  23. Laura
    February 9, 2016 / 1:41 pm

    Alex is absolutely OBSESSED with chicken parm (he follows an instagram called Rate My Parm) so I will have to try this recipe! Looks delicious!

    Laura | Laura Aime Vous

  24. Christina
    February 9, 2016 / 1:44 pm

    i had eggplant parm last night. both are soo good!

  25. Jillian
    February 9, 2016 / 1:50 pm

    mmm this looks so good! xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  26. Caroline The Petite Fashionista
    February 9, 2016 / 1:53 pm

    This is looks SO good!! I'll be over later for some haha. I make chicken parmesan a lot too. Thanks for sharing another idea though! πŸ™‚

  27. P!nky
    February 9, 2016 / 1:56 pm

    Yummy, this looks delicious!

  28. Traci Taylor Hart
    February 9, 2016 / 1:56 pm

    Sounds and looks DELICIOUS!
    xoxo, Traci
    waltzmetoheaven.com

  29. Pink and Fabulous
    February 9, 2016 / 2:18 pm

    This looks so gourmet, but totally doable to make! I could easily make this gluten free too! Thanks for sharing girl πŸ™‚ You have been seriously stepping up the cooking game lately, I need to eat at your house πŸ˜‰

  30. Carly
    February 9, 2016 / 2:20 pm

    This sounds delicious! I love how stuffed chicken recipes feel so fancy (to me at least, haha) but they're always so easy to make!

  31. Lindsay @ Lovely Life Styling
    February 9, 2016 / 2:22 pm

    This looks so good! I love chicken parm, I'll have to try this recipe!

  32. Amanda | Kids and Cabernet
    February 9, 2016 / 2:22 pm

    This sound so delicious and is such a fun twist on the traditional chicken parm

  33. Courtney B
    February 9, 2016 / 2:37 pm

    Yum, this sounds DELISH!! Definitely adding this to our dinner menu!

  34. Melanie
    February 9, 2016 / 2:41 pm

    Ooooo…I've been trying to get more on the healthy train but adding more chicken to my diet so this is perfect!! My husband might actually eat it too b/c it looks yummy!! =)

  35. Kate Steadman
    February 9, 2016 / 2:42 pm

    Oh my gosh!!! That looks so good. It's breakfast time but I already want this.

    xo,
    Sara Kate Styling

  36. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo
    February 9, 2016 / 2:42 pm

    Hubs would absolutely love this!! Me too! Might try it this weekend πŸ™‚

  37. Kaitlin {Little Goodies Blog}
    February 9, 2016 / 2:43 pm

    I LOVE chicken parm!!! Such a fun idea!!

  38. Kate at Green Fashionista
    February 9, 2016 / 2:59 pm

    This looks DELISH! I never thought to make chicken parm "stuffed" before, yum! And I love that Gary helped you prep, so much fun <3
    Green Fashionista

  39. Girl Meets Bow
    February 9, 2016 / 3:02 pm

    YUM! This looks so good & how fun that you and Gary made it together!

  40. Kate at Green Fashionista
    February 9, 2016 / 3:07 pm

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  41. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    February 9, 2016 / 3:08 pm

    Sounds delicious! i love experimenting with different stuffed chicken recipes. Like Gary, K likes to help me make these dishes too…

  42. Rebecca Jo
    February 9, 2016 / 3:11 pm

    Dont you feel so proud when you pull off a recipe from a cookbook? I feel like I can do anything πŸ™‚ haha… (doesnt take much apparently)

  43. Carly Messmer
    February 9, 2016 / 3:12 pm

    This looks so good! Perfect for a chilly day!

  44. awhite
    February 9, 2016 / 3:13 pm

    Okay, I'm ready for dinner and it's totally only 9 a.m.! Haha. This looks and sounds awesome, lady!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

  45. Gemma
    February 9, 2016 / 3:14 pm

    Oh yummy this looks so good. Gemma x
    jacquardflower.uk

  46. Rachel McCarthy
    February 9, 2016 / 3:18 pm

    Not a huge chicken fan, but I love Chicken Parmesan! Probably because it's covered in sauce and cheese haha! I will definitely have to try this. It looks so yummy!

    Xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  47. Karly @ What Karly Said
    February 9, 2016 / 3:19 pm

    Yum! Chicken Parmesan is one of our favorite meals, so I'm always looking for new takes on it. This recipe looks like a winner!

  48. Shannon Jenkins
    February 9, 2016 / 3:24 pm

    Omg starving right now and these are taunting me! They look amazing! Definitely pinning!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  49. Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Blog
    February 9, 2016 / 3:33 pm

    24 basil leaves?! Holy cow that's a lot, but it's one of my favorites (especially when it's fresh!) so I bet this is delish!

  50. Leah McPherson
    February 9, 2016 / 3:48 pm

    That looks incredibly good! Thanks for sharing!

  51. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMee
    February 9, 2016 / 3:48 pm

    Since I don't eat meat, EGGPLANT parm is my jam… and now I may try stuffing it next time!

  52. CubicleCouture
    February 9, 2016 / 4:42 pm

    That looks SCRUMPTIOUS!!! I can see how this would create a lot of plates … but looks totally worth it! Can't wait to try! Make today work, Rachel CubicleCouture

  53. Sarah
    February 9, 2016 / 4:49 pm

    This looks amazing!!! I might have to try this for dinner tonight, I love chicken parmesan and this is such a fun way to change it up!
    Belle in the City

  54. Sarah Blodgett
    February 9, 2016 / 4:52 pm

    This looks so yummy!!! I need to try this recipe!!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

  55. β–ΊNaďa
    February 9, 2016 / 5:10 pm

    this looks so so yummy πŸ™‚
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  56. Daily Style Finds
    February 9, 2016 / 5:15 pm

    Chicken Parm is my husband's favorite – these look fun!

    Lisa
    Daily Style Finds

  57. Unknown
    February 9, 2016 / 5:41 pm

    This looks seriously good! And such a great twist on a classic recipe! XO

    Anna
    A Lily Love Affair

  58. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    February 9, 2016 / 5:43 pm

    I love Chicken Parm and stuffed chicken! Great combo and looks delish!

  59. Lindsay's Sweet World
    February 9, 2016 / 6:02 pm

    HECK. YES. I'm actually making Chicken Parm tonight, but I kind of want to try this variation. The only thing I don't have is the whole basil leaves, so I might try to run by the store on the way home and grab some!

  60. Brittany @ Perpetually Daydreaming
    February 9, 2016 / 6:04 pm

    Yum!! Looks and sounds delicious!

  61. Katie Elizabeth
    February 9, 2016 / 6:16 pm

    Mmm, this looks so good! Chicken parm is one of my very favorite dishes and I'm always looking for that perfect recipe so I can't wait to give this one a try!

  62. Unknown
    February 9, 2016 / 6:21 pm

    Holy Guacamole this looks so delicious! I love that they're made into cute little rolls instead of just a big hunk of chicken. I'm going to save this and attempt it because it looks too good not to give it a try! Hope your week is going great so far gorgeous girl! XO -Kim

  63. Jalisa
    February 9, 2016 / 6:37 pm

    OMG, this looks sooooo delicious! I'll definitely be trying this one out, thanks so much for sharing, beautiful, and I hope you're having a great day so far!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  64. Pamela @ alittleglitter.com
    February 9, 2016 / 7:26 pm

    We have chicken cutlets all the time (since they are Taylor's favorite). This is a fun way to switch them up! I have to try this!

  65. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    February 9, 2016 / 7:44 pm

    this looks so amazing! not gonna lie, i am super lazy when it comes to recipes especially but i love trying things like this on the weekend when i have a bit more time. definitely pinning. thanks for sharing!

  66. Meg Taylor
    February 9, 2016 / 8:36 pm

    Oh wow, this looks (and photographs) so well haha! Now I am totally craving Italian for dinner πŸ™‚

  67. Unknown
    February 9, 2016 / 9:09 pm

    This recipe looks delicious! Being Italian, I grew up having chicken parm all the time! I'll have to try this recipe soon.

    citybelleblog.com

  68. Christina Lea Loves
    February 9, 2016 / 10:12 pm

    I love how you said you had a lot of plates out – I feel like I'm always using every dish when making something like this. But seriously, these look delicious – chicken parm is Derek's all time favorite meal and I like it too so we'll have to make this.

  69. Jaclyn Y
    February 9, 2016 / 10:16 pm

    This looks delicious, I think it be a great recipe for the weekend!

  70. Unknown
    February 9, 2016 / 10:22 pm

    Adding this to the menu this week- looks too good to resist!

  71. Elegance and Mommyhood
    February 9, 2016 / 10:26 pm

    I am a huge fan of chicken parmesaean as I mentioned in my last currently post too. These sound so yummy, stuffed. I think it would be great with arabiatta sauce too. And yes green beans, asparagus or even grilled carrots on the side sounds great.

  72. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    February 9, 2016 / 11:02 pm

    Yummy! I LOVE chicken parm, and this looks delicious!
    xo, Lily
    beautywithlily.com

  73. Nikki @ makeupHER
    February 9, 2016 / 11:37 pm

    This sounds so yummy and totally impressive because it sounds pretty technical!

  74. Krisztina Williams
    February 9, 2016 / 11:38 pm

    Yummm!! Is there anything better than crispy chicken? These look so delicious!

    ~Krisztina Williams
    krisztinawilliams.com

  75. ALLIE NYC
    February 10, 2016 / 12:05 am

    Oh wow,how clever and it looks like it tastes fantastic, thanks for posting.

    Allie of
    alliency.com

  76. Annessa
    February 10, 2016 / 12:07 am

    OMG that looks delish! So adding it to my list of reciepes to try!

    Annessa
    seekingsunshine.com

  77. elle jo
    February 10, 2016 / 2:42 am

    Pinning this! This looks absolutely delicious! And something I could actually make and not destroy,

    liz @ j for joiner

  78. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    February 10, 2016 / 2:48 am

    That's a lot of Basil! But luckily I love Basil. And chicken parm. This looks so good girl.

  79. Unknown
    February 10, 2016 / 3:33 am

    Nom nom nom these look amazing! Sometimes I like "redo-ing" recipes so that they have fewer ingredients. When a recipe has a thousand random things in it I'm much less likely to take all that time and make it! I like to keep it simple.

    elainea
    toast the girl almighty

  80. unknown
    February 10, 2016 / 8:58 am

    hmm…that look absolutely yummy!

    xx
    Karen
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  81. taislany
    February 10, 2016 / 10:33 am

    Looks so tasty!! I need to try this

    Kisses,
    BLOG | TAISLANY

  82. Just Jess
    February 10, 2016 / 2:15 pm

    This looks delicious! I will have to try it after Lent since I am giving up dairy. Jess at Just Jess

  83. According to Kiki
    February 10, 2016 / 3:43 pm

    Stuffed anything just tastes amazing! I'm currently not eating chicken, but man oh man does this look yummy! (:

  84. Missy
    February 10, 2016 / 4:37 pm

    Yum! I love chicken parm and stuffing chicken with stuff. I always use string instead of toothpicks to make for easy cooking but it is still just as annoying.

  85. Kay R.
    February 11, 2016 / 12:08 am

    This looks so yummy. Definitely pinning!

  86. Julia
    February 11, 2016 / 4:25 pm

    Yummy. I have to try it once. And with a nice sauce with a lot of basil there.

  87. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    February 14, 2016 / 10:22 pm

    I'm totally making this tonight! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

  88. Julie @ Just the Joy's
    February 15, 2016 / 2:33 pm

    Sounds and looks delicious! Pinned the recipe!

  89. Kelli @ A Deeper Joy
    February 16, 2016 / 6:59 pm

    My husband would LOOOOOVE this. Pinned for later! πŸ™‚