Brazilian recipe
Classic Chicken Parmigiana (Frango à parmegiana)
A simplified take on the Brazilian bistro staple, featuring tender chicken fillets topped with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese.
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Ingredients
300g chicken breast fillets
Lemon juice to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 cup tomato pasta sauce
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp grated parmesan cheese
Lemon juice to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 cup tomato pasta sauce
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp grated parmesan cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh chicken breast fillets and high-quality mozzarella in the meat and dairy sections of any local supermarket. For the tomato sauce, look for a classic passata or pasta bake sauce in the pantry aisle. Parmesan can be bought in blocks to grate yourself for better flavour, or pre-grated for convenience.
Preparation method
- Season the chicken fillets with lemon juice and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Place each fillet between two sheets of plastic wrap.
- Gently pound the fillets with a meat mallet until they are of even thickness.
- Carefully remove the plastic wrap from the fillets.
- Arrange the prepared fillets in a baking dish.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.
- Remove the dish from the oven.
- Spoon the tomato sauce evenly over each fillet.
- Top each fillet with the slices of mozzarella.
- Sprinkle with the dried oregano and the grated parmesan.
- Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbling.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Observations
Frango à parmegiana is a beloved staple in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its comforting flavours and straightforward preparation. This recipe uses chicken fillets lightly pounded to ensure even cooking, then layered with vibrant tomato sauce and melted cheese for a hearty, satisfying meal.
It is the perfect choice for a reliable main course that appeals to the whole family. Whether you are after a mid-week dinner or a fuss-free weekend feast, this dish pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, bringing a touch of home-cooked comfort to your table.
It is the perfect choice for a reliable main course that appeals to the whole family. Whether you are after a mid-week dinner or a fuss-free weekend feast, this dish pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, bringing a touch of home-cooked comfort to your table.
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