Nigerian Chicken Parmesan

Nigerian Chicken Parmesan is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Italian and Nigerian cuisine. This recipe puts a Nigerian twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Nigerian Chicken Parmesan Fusion
Nigerian Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  3. In a shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a baking dish and top each with tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Serve the Nigerian Chicken Parmesan hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
35g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Baking dish Skillet

Tools

Meat mallet Whisk Chopping board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nigerian Chicken Parmesan with a side of jollof rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of Nigerian spices and herbs before breading and cooking.

Cost

$15