Brazilian recipe
Quick and Easy Chicken Parmigiana (Frango à parmegiana)
A straightforward guide to making a comforting chicken parmigiana, featuring tender chicken fillets topped with vibrant tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Ingredients
300g chicken 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 fillets in the poultry section of your local supermarket or butcher. Mozzarella and parmesan cheese are available in the dairy aisle; for authentic results, choose a high-quality block cheese to grate yourself. Dried oregano can be found in the spices and seasonings section.
Preparation method
- Season the chicken fillets with lemon juice and black pepper.
- Place each fillet between two sheets of plastic wrap.
- Lightly flatten the fillets with a meat mallet.
- Remove the plastic wrap from the fillets.
- Arrange the fillets on a baking tray.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.
- Carefully remove the baking tray from the oven.
- Spoon the tomato sauce evenly over each fillet.
- Cover 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 completely.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
The Frango à parmegiana is a true staple of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its straightforward preparation and deeply comforting flavors. This recipe relies on tender chicken fillets coated in a rich tomato sauce and topped with bubbly, melted cheese, offering a practical yet delicious solution for busy weekday meals.
Perfect for those seeking a savory main course that skips the fuss, this dish satisfies everyone at the table and pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes, from simple steamed rice to seasonal greens.
Perfect for those seeking a savory main course that skips the fuss, this dish satisfies everyone at the table and pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes, from simple steamed rice to seasonal greens.
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