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Chicken Parmesan with Coffee Panna Cotta

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Crispy, golden Chicken Parmesan followed by a silky coffee-infused panna cotta—because dinner should always end with dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Parmesan:

  • 2 large chicken breasts halved (because bigger is better)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs for that crispy coating
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated (because flavor matters)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder for extra depth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning because it's Chicken Parmesan
  • ½ tsp salt because bland food is a crime
  • ½ tsp black pepper adds a little kick
  • 2 eggs beaten (binds everything together)
  • ½ cup flour helps the coating stick
  • 1 cup marinara sauce tomato goodness
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded (melted perfection)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for that golden crust

For the Coffee Panna Cotta:

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream for richness
  • ½ cup milk for balance
  • ¼ cup sugar because dessert
  • 1 ½ tsp instant coffee or espresso powder for that caffeine hit
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract adds warmth
  • 1 ½ tsp gelatin powder to make it set
  • 2 tbsp water to bloom the gelatin

Instructions
 

For the Chicken Parmesan:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in breadcrumb mix.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan, sear chicken for 2 minutes per side until golden.
  • Transfer to a baking sheet, top with marinara and mozzarella.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  • Serve hot with pasta or salad.

For the Coffee Panna Cotta:

  • Bloom gelatin in water for 5 minutes.
  • Heat cream, milk, sugar, and coffee in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stir until sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
  • Add vanilla and bloomed gelatin, whisking until smooth.
  • Pour into ramekins, refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Chicken Parmesan

Calories: 480
Total Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 40g

Coffee Panna Cotta

Calories: 290
Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Calcium: 25%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Potassium: 10%
  • Vitamin A: 15%
  • Magnesium: 8%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor of the Recipe

  • Toast the breadcrumbs before coating the chicken—it makes a huge difference.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan—pre-shredded won’t do justice.
  • Chill the panna cotta overnight for the best texture.
  • Add a dusting of cocoa or shaved chocolate on top of the panna cotta for extra indulgence.
  • Pair this meal with a glass of red wine—because why not?
A meal like this doesn’t just feed you—it impresses. Chicken Parmesan and Coffee Panna Cotta together? Absolute culinary chaos, but in the best way possible.