Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana (Crispy)

Olive Garden’s Chicken Parmigiana is Italian-American comfort at its best – a crispy breaded cutlet under marinara and melted mozzarella, served over pasta. This copycat recipe brings that hearty classic to your table.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy chicken with marinara and melted cheese
• Restaurant-quality at home
• Served over a bed of pasta
• A family-favorite classic

Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana

A copycat of Olive Garden's Chicken Parmigiana - crispy breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, served over spaghetti.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 640

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Chicken

• 4 chicken breasts pounded thin
• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs beaten
• 1.5 cups Italian breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 3 tablespoons oil

To Finish

• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
• 12 ounces spaghetti cooked

Equipment

• Skillet
• Baking dish

Method

 

1. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat in the breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
2. Sear in oil over medium-high heat 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
3. Place the chicken in a baking dish, top each with marinara and mozzarella.
4. Broil 3-4 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
5. Serve over spaghetti tossed with a little marinara.

Notes

Pound the chicken thin for even cooking and a bigger, crispier cutlet. Broil at the end to bubble the cheese.

Tips for the Best Chicken Parmigiana

• Pound the chicken thin for even, crispy cutlets
• Mix Parmesan into the breadcrumbs for flavor
• Broil at the end to bubble the cheese
• Do not sauce the cutlet too early or it gets soggy

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to keep the coating crisp.

Variations to Try

• Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
• Add fresh basil on top
• Serve with a side salad and breadsticks

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I keep the chicken crispy?

Sear it well, sauce only the top, and broil briefly – avoid drowning the cutlet in sauce.

Can I bake instead of fry?

Yes. Bake the breaded cutlets at 425F for about 20 minutes, then top and broil.

What pasta goes with it?

Spaghetti is classic, but any long pasta tossed with marinara works well.

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