Homestyle Chicken Parmigiana

Name: Homestyle Chicken Parmigiana
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: Française
Ingredients: 10 chicken breast fillets; 10 slices of cooked ham; 10 slices of mozzarella cheese; 4 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped; 1/2 can of tomato paste; 2 tablespoons of olive oil; 1 whole egg, beaten; Breadcrumbs for coating; Garlic, salt, onion, and black pepper to taste

By Marie Lefebvre · Updated October 31, 2026

Golden, crispy chicken cutlets layered with savory ham, melted mozzarella, and a rich homemade tomato sauce — this comforting classic brings the whole family together at the table. Simple to prepare yet impressive to serve, it transforms everyday ingredients into something truly special. Pair it with fluffy white rice and a crisp green salad for a complete, satisfying meal.

Prep⏱️ 45 min

Servings👥 10 servings

Difficulty📊 Easy

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🛒 Ingredients

10 servings

10 chicken breast fillets
10 slices of cooked ham
10 slices of mozzarella cheese
4 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 can of tomato paste
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 whole egg, beaten
Breadcrumbs for coating
Garlic, salt, onion, and black pepper to taste

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Directions

1
Season the chicken fillets with crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper. Let them rest for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
2
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onion and garlic until golden and fragrant.
3
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook, stirring frequently, until they reduce into a thick, flavorful sauce.
4
Stir in the tomato paste, pour in 2 cups of water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes, season with salt, and set aside.
5
Dip each seasoned fillet into the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs, pressing gently so they adhere well.
6
Fry the breaded cutlets in hot oil until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
7
Arrange the fried cutlets in a baking dish. Top each one with a slice of ham and a slice of mozzarella.
8
Spoon the homemade tomato sauce generously over each cutlet, making sure all are well covered.
9
Bake at 180 °C (350 °F) for 15 to 20 minutes, until the mozzarella is completely melted and lightly golden.
10
Serve immediately with white rice or pasta and a fresh green salad.

💡 Chef's Tip

For an extra-crispy crust, double-coat the fillets by dipping them in egg and breadcrumbs twice. Swap the cooked ham for prosciutto or Parma ham to add a deeper, more intense savory flavor.