Brazilian recipe
Parmigiana-Style Chicken (Frango à parmegiana)
A comforting classic featuring breaded chicken fillets, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Ingredients
300g chicken fillet
Lemon juice to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 cup tomato sauce
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon 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 oregano
2 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
Where to find ingredients
Chicken and produce are available at local markets and supermarkets; mozzarella and parmesan are standard items found in the dairy aisle.
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 sheet
- Place in an oven preheated to 180°C for 20 minutes
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven
- Pour the tomato sauce over each fillet
- Cover the fillets with the mozzarella cheese slices
- Sprinkle the oregano and grated parmesan cheese over the mozzarella
- Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted
- Serve immediately
Observations
Parmigiana-style chicken is a beloved staple of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its simplicity and comforting flavor profile. This recipe utilizes tender chicken fillets topped with savory tomato sauce and a generous layer of melted cheese, making it a practical and flavorful choice for everyday meals.
Perfect for those seeking a tasty main course without unnecessary complexity, this dish satisfies every palate and pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes.
Perfect for those seeking a tasty main course without unnecessary complexity, this dish satisfies every palate and pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes.
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