If you’re looking for a chicken dish that’s both comforting and a little special, Chicken Gillespie delivers big flavor with simple steps. Tender chicken breasts get coated in a Parmesan crust and sautéed until golden, then finished in a white wine sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. It’s great for weeknight dinners or when you want something that feels a bit more elegant without a lot of fuss. With ingredients you may already have on hand, this recipe makes mealtime easier and more delicious.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground pepper

• 2 eggs

• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 4 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless

• 1/4 cup butter (1/2 cube)

• 1/2 cup white wine

• 4 slices mozzarella cheese

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To Prepare

Step 1: In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt and pepper.

Step 2: In a separate shallow dish, beat eggs.

Step 3: In a third shallow dish, place Parmesan cheese.

Step 4: *Dip chicken into seasoned flour, then into egg, and finally into Parmesan cheese. (Can repeat this process if a thicker crust is desired.)

Step 5: In a large saute pan over medium heat, melt butter.

Step 6: Add chicken and saute until golden brown.

Step 7: Add wine and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the middle, about 10 minutes.

Step 8: Place mozzarella slices on top, cover and cook until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.

Step 9: Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

SERVES: 4

Chicken Gillespie turns everyday chicken into something special with its crispy Parmesan coating and melted mozzarella finish. Whether you’re feeding family or hosting friends, it brings rich flavor with minimal effort. Give it a try soon — it may become a new favorite go-to dinner!