Classic Chicken Parmesan: A Crispy, Cheesy Delight

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Prepare the Chicken Breasts: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy-duty plastic or resealable freezer bags on a flat surface. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken to 1/2-inch thickness.
Season the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Then, sift or sprinkle flour over both sides of each chicken breast.
Prepare Egg and Bread Crumbs: In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, mix the panko bread crumbs and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then press it into the bread crumb mixture to coat both sides. Let the coated chicken breasts rest for 10-15 minutes.
Fry the Chicken: Heat 1/2 inch of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Once the oil is hot, cook the chicken breasts for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown. The chicken will finish cooking in the oven.
Assemble the Dish: Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking dish. Top each with 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce, then add mozzarella, fresh basil, and provolone cheese. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top and drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil for extra flavor.
Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and browned and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should be 165°F).
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