Description
Chicken Bellagio is a delightful Italian-inspired dish featuring tender, breaded chicken breasts topped with crispy prosciutto and a creamy marinara sauce, finished with melted mozzarella and fresh basil. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines savory flavors and a rich texture that make it a family favorite perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Toppings and Sauce
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking. In a shallow dish, combine flour, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken breasts in this flour mixture, coating them evenly.
- Coat chicken: In a separate dish, beat the eggs thoroughly. Dip the floured chicken breasts into the beaten eggs, then coat them well with breadcrumbs to create a crispy exterior.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add prosciutto: Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside. Add the prosciutto slices to the same skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until they become crisp and slightly caramelized.
- Make sauce: Pour marinara sauce and heavy cream into the skillet with the crisp prosciutto. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld.
- Assemble: Place the cooked chicken breasts on individual serving plates. Top each with the crispy prosciutto slices, then spoon over the creamy marinara sauce. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese on top and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan and mozzarella for the best flavor and melting quality.
- Cooking the prosciutto until crisp adds a nice texture contrast to the dish.
- You can substitute marinara sauce with your favorite tomato sauce if desired.
- Serve this dish with a side of pasta or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
