Brazilian recipe
Easy Chicken Parmigiana (Frango à parmegiana)
A simple take on this comfort classic, featuring tender chicken breast topped with savory tomato sauce and melted mozzarella.
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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 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
Lemon juice, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup tomato sauce
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh chicken breast fillets and dairy products at local Belizean supermarkets or butcher shops. Opt for high-quality canned tomato sauce or prepare your own using fresh, ripe tomatoes available at local markets (locally known as the market stalls).
Preparation method
- Season the chicken fillets with the lemon juice and black pepper.
- Place each fillet between two sheets of plastic wrap.
- Gently pound the fillets with a meat mallet to an even thickness.
- Remove the plastic wrap from the fillets.
- Arrange the chicken fillets on a baking dish.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven.
- Spoon the tomato sauce evenly over each chicken fillet.
- Place the slices of mozzarella cheese over the sauce-topped chicken.
- Sprinkle with the dried oregano and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbling.
- Serve the dish immediately while hot.
Observations
Frango à parmegiana is a beloved staple of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its straightforward preparation and deeply satisfying flavors. This recipe relies on thinly pounded chicken breast, which is baked until golden, then layered with a rich tomato sauce and finished with melted cheese for a hearty and convenient weeknight meal.
Perfect for anyone looking to assemble a flavorful main dish without unnecessary fuss, this version of the classic hits the spot every time. It pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes, making it a reliable favorite for any day of the week.
Perfect for anyone looking to assemble a flavorful main dish without unnecessary fuss, this version of the classic hits the spot every time. It pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes, making it a reliable favorite for any day of the week.
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