Description

Chicken Bellagio is a comforting yet elegant dish featuring crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with a creamy marinara sauce, melted cheese, and fresh basil. It’s quick enough for a weeknight but special enough for entertaining.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 eggs, beaten

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup marinara sauce

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Pound the chicken breasts evenly for uniform cooking.
In a shallow dish, combine flour, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken in the mixture.
Beat eggs in a separate dish. Dip the chicken into the eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
In the same skillet, cook any remaining breading or topping for 1–2 minutes.
Add marinara sauce and heavy cream to the skillet. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
Plate the chicken, top with sauce, sprinkle with mozzarella, and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

Swap marinara for rosé sauce for a variation.

Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.

Replace flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives for a gluten-free option.

Leftovers keep for up to 3 days in the fridge.

Reheat in the oven for best crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 520
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 190mg