Description
A unique twist on a classic comfort food, this recipe features crispy, breaded chicken breasts grilled with indirect heat, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella for a smoky, juicy meal without heating up the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx 6 oz each)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- Splash of milk or water
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Pinch of salt
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If uneven, pound to ½-inch thickness. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with Italian seasoning and garlic powder; one with whisked eggs and milk; one with panko, Parmesan, and salt.
- Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg wash, then press firmly into panko mixture to coat all sides.
- Preheat grill for indirect heat (gas: turn one side off; charcoal: pile coals to one side). Place breaded chicken on a disposable aluminum tray or heavy-duty foil on the cool side.
- Close lid and grill for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches approx 140°F.
- Remove chicken briefly, spoon marinara sauce over each breast, and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Return to grill, close lid, and cook for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and chicken reaches 165°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a disposable aluminum tray or heavy-duty foil to prevent breading from falling through grates and to simplify cleanup. Ensure chicken is completely dry before breading to help the coating adhere. Do not crowd the grill to maintain crispiness. Keep the lid closed as much as possible to maintain consistent indirect heat. Shred mozzarella yourself for better melting; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 40
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