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Tasty chicken parmigiana is hearty and filling crispy chicken a top a bed of pasta covered in a rich homemade tomato sauce.

There are so many great sides that pair perfectly with this dish like Creamy Pesto Salad, Copycat Breadsticks, Cheesy Garlic Bread, and Fried Zucchini.

Chicken Parmigiana served over pasta noodles

A Keeper

I know I’ve talked about my love for Italian food here. I’m telling ya – meats and pastas are just darn right delicious!! Do you agree??

Any time I see an Olive Garden commercial my mouth starts to salivate, and I’m doing that yet again as I think about this Chicken Parmigiana my mom and I tried before we moved to Texas. It was so good and comes from the famous Ree Drummond.

We loved the recipe and decided it was another keeper dinner idea. It was easy to make and ended up being a hit with the entire family. It is flavorful and delicious! If you’re a fan of Italian food and easy (AND delicious) recipes, you’ll definitely want to give this Chicken Parmigiana a try!

Chicken Parmigiana being cooked in crushed tomatoes in pan

Easy chicken Parmigiana recipe

  1. PASTA. Cook linguine as instructed on box.
  2. CHICKEN. Begin by mixing flour, salt and pepper on a plate. Dip chicken breasts in flour mixture until coated on the front and back. Set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter on medium heat. Fry chicken breasts in the oil and butter mixture for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. SAUCE. Add garlic and onion powder to the remaining oil and butter mixture. Pour in chicken stock and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes and sugar to the skillet. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook on low for 25-30 minutes. With 5 minutes left, add parsley.
  4. SIMMER. Add chicken breasts to the sauce and cover with grated Parmesan cheese. Put on the lid to the skillet and cook until the cheese starts to bubble. Simmer until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. COMBINE. Add noodles to a plate and pour sauce over the noodles. Place a chicken breast over the top. Add more parsley and Parmesan Cheese if desired.

For our favorite recipe for baked chicken parmesan CLICK HERE. And if you are looking for a light version of this recipe, CLICK HERE.

Chicken Parmigiana over noodles on white plate, with bite on fork

Storing Info

STORE the chicken in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days after baking.

FREEZE by storing in a container in the freezer for up to 1 month. Let thaw in fridge overnight before reheating.

Chicken Parmigiana on pasta on white plate

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5 from 6 votes

Chicken Parmigiana Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Tasty chicken parmigiana is hearty and filling crispy chicken a top a bed of pasta covered in a rich homemade tomato sauce.
Servings: 8
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 27 minutes
Total: 37 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 chicken breasts trimmed and pounded flat
  • 1 lb thin linguine
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 tsp minced garlic minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 cups chicken stock
  • 43.5 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup parsley freshly chopped, plus more for serving
  • 1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese grated
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Instructions 

  • Mix flour, salt and pepper on a plate.
  • Dip chicken breasts in flour mixture until coated on the front and back. Set aside.
  • Cook linguine as instructed on box.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter on medium heat.
  • Fry chicken breasts in the oil and butter mixture for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Add garlic and onion powder to the remaining oil and butter mixture. Add chicken stock and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes and sugar to the skillet. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook on low for 25-30 minutes.
  • With 5 minutes left, add parsley.
  • Add chicken breasts to the sauce and cover with grated Parmesan cheese. Put on the lid to the skillet and cook until the cheese starts to bubble. Simmer until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Add noodles to a plate and pour sauce over the noodles. Place a chicken breast over the top. Add more parsley and Parmesan Cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g, Calories: 781kcal, Carbohydrates: 63g, Protein: 66g, Fat: 29g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 166mg, Sodium: 829mg, Potassium: 1483mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 792IU, Vitamin C: 20mg, Calcium: 307mg, Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
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About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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22 Comments

  1. Becca says:

    5 stars
    This is a favorite! Pinning!

  2. Rachel says:

    5 stars
    Our whole family loved it!!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Woohoo! Makes me happy to hear! Thank you!

  3. Moises says:

    5 stars
    Made this today, it come out great, excellent flavor and tender chicken. Thank you.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Love to hear that! Thank you for letting me know 🙂

  4. Mama to 5 BLessings says:

    Both of those dishes look great, love Italian food! They look nice and moist!

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      I think you’ll love them. Let me know if you give them a try. 🙂

  5. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says:

    I WANT this. Wow!

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      It is so good, Dorothy! You would love it. Thanks for stopping by! 😀

  6. jen @ Tatertots & Jello says:

    Looks amazing! I wish I was eating some right now!

    xox

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      Thanks, Jen! If you love chicken and pasta you would love this!

  7. Amy@theidearoom says:

    That looks so delicious! Pinned!

  8. Gina says:

    Oh yeah- this is a dangerous one for me. Now I’m really thinking about buggin’ out of the gym early & being bad tonight. This looks so good.

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      Lol! You crack me up, Gina! This recipe really is delish, though. I’m a sucker for Italian dishes. 😉

  9. Desiree @ The36thAvenue says:

    I love pasta!

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      Right there with ya, Des!!

  10. Jamielyn@iheartnaptime says:

    This looks amazing!! My husbands absolute favorite! Pinning! xo

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      Thanks, girl!! XO