Creamy Skillet Chicken Parmesan
Creamy Skillet Chicken Parmesan
Yield: 4 servings
Equipment: 12-inch oven-safe skillet, instant-read thermometer, shallow bowl
Cooking setting: 400°F; about 35 minutes total
Ingredients
- 4 chicken cutlets, 5 ounces each
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup fine breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups marinara
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons chopped basil
Method
- Heat oven to 400°F. Season chicken. Mix crumbs and Parmesan; coat both sides.
- Heat oil over medium-high. Brown cutlets 2–3 minutes per side; transfer.
- Lower heat; cook garlic 30 seconds. Add marinara and half-and-half; simmer gently 2 minutes.
- Return chicken, top with mozzarella, and bake 12–16 minutes until thickest part reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes and add basil.
Preparation notes
Read the complete method before beginning and prepare the pan or appliance first. Divide mixtures evenly for the stated yield. Avoid overmixing batters and avoid crowding skillets; both can alter the cooking time and final texture. Use clean utensils for cooked food after handling raw egg or meat.
Substitutions
Turkey cutlets may replace chicken and also require 165°F. For dairy-free preparation use compatible alternatives, understanding sauce texture changes.
Storage
Refrigerate within 2 hours up to 4 days. Reheat chicken and sauce to 165°F. Freeze covered portions up to 2 months.
Consistency and safe service
Measure ingredients before starting and keep the stated ingredient conditions—cold, softened, drained, frozen, or room temperature—because they affect texture. Use the listed pan capacity and portion count rather than changing both pan and timing at once. If an appliance runs hot or cool, use the visual cue and thermometer endpoint in the method instead of relying only on minutes.
Label leftovers with the preparation date. Reheat only the portions needed and avoid repeated warming and cooling. Check packaged ingredients for allergens and formulation changes. These details support a repeatable result without relying on brand-specific diet-program calculations.
