Brazilian recipe
Quick and Easy Chicken Parmigiana (Frango à parmegiana e)
A straightforward recipe for chicken parmigiana featuring succulent chicken fillets, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a hassle-free meal.
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Ingredients
300g chicken breast fillets
Lemon juice to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 cup tomato 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 sauce
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp grated Parmesan cheese
Where to find ingredients
Chicken fillets, fresh produce, and dairy products can be found at local supermarkets or butcher shops. If Parmesan is unavailable, a mature cheddar or a hard, salty local hard cheese may be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Season the chicken fillets with lemon juice and black pepper.
- Place each fillet between two sheets of plastic wrap.
- Gently flatten the fillets with a meat mallet.
- Remove the plastic wrap from the fillets.
- Arrange the fillets on a baking tray.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.
- Remove the baking tray from the oven.
- Spoon the tomato sauce over each fillet.
- Top the fillets with the slices of mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle the oregano and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
Chicken Parmigiana is a staple of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its straightforward preparation and comforting flavours. This version uses tender chicken fillets, topped with a savoury tomato sauce and golden melted cheese, making it a reliable and delicious choice for quick weekday meals.
Designed for those who want a flavourful main course without unnecessary complexity, this dish is universally enjoyed and pairs exceptionally well with various side dishes to complete your dinner.
Designed for those who want a flavourful main course without unnecessary complexity, this dish is universally enjoyed and pairs exceptionally well with various side dishes to complete your dinner.
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