Chicken Parmesan with Homemade Marinara
Golden, crispy chicken cutlets topped with melted mozzarella and a rich marinara you make from scratch. The breading station is a hands-on highlight for kids, and the kitchen smells incredible.
Difficulty
Hard
Prep
30 min
Cook
45 min
Total
75 min
Ages
6+
Batch size
Servings
4
1 Serving
1 piec
Total pieces
4
Estimated cost (Walmart.com, Aug 2026)
~$36.81
total recipe
~$9.20
per serving
Prices checked at Walmart.com on Aug 2026. Based on full package costs — you may already have some of these ingredients on hand.
Ingredients
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4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts
~$8.47
Great Value, ~3 lb pack
Prep
Pound each breast to even 1/2-inch thickness between plastic wrap (~5 min)
Store the rest
Refrigerate and use within 2 days of purchase, or freeze individually wrapped for up to 6 months.
1/2 cup All-purpose flour
~$2.38
Great Value, 5 lb bag
Prep
None
Store the rest
Seal the bag or transfer to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry pantry for up to 8 months.
2 large Eggs
~$1.67
Great Value Large White, 12 count
Prep
Beat in a shallow bowl (~1 min)
Store the rest
Keep refrigerated in the original carton. Use by the date on the package.
1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
~$1.98
Great Value, 15 oz canister
Prep
None
Store the rest
Keep sealed in a cool, dry pantry. Stays fresh for about 6 months after opening.
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
~$3.47
Great Value, 8 oz canister
Prep
None
Store the rest
Refrigerate after opening. Use within 6 weeks.
1 1/2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
~$2.78
Great Value, 8 oz bag
Prep
None
Store the rest
Reseal the bag and refrigerate. Use within 5 days of opening or freeze for up to 3 months.
1 28 oz can Canned crushed tomatoes
~$1.28
Great Value, 28 oz
Prep
None
Store the rest
Transfer unused tomatoes to a container and refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for 3 months.
3 cloves Garlic
~$0.50
Fresh, 1 head
Prep
Peel and mince (~3 min)
Store the rest
Store the whole head in a cool, dry spot. Individual cloves last about 10 days once separated.
3 tablespoons Olive oil
~$3.97
Great Value, 17 oz bottle
Prep
None
Store the rest
Keep the cap sealed. Store in a cool, dark spot. Good for about a year.
1/2 cup Vegetable oil
~$3.82
Great Value, 48 oz bottle
Prep
For pan-frying the chicken
Store the rest
Keep the cap sealed. Store in a cool, dark pantry. Good for about a year after opening.
1 teaspoon Dried basil
~$1.27
Great Value, 0.62 oz
Prep
None
Store the rest
Keep the lid tightly sealed. Store in a cool, dark place. Stays potent for about a year.
1 teaspoon Dried oregano
~$1.27
Great Value, 0.75 oz
Prep
None
Store the rest
Keep the lid tightly sealed. Store in a cool, dark place. Stays potent for about a year.
1 teaspoon Salt
~$0.97
Great Value Iodized, 26 oz
Prep
None
Store the rest
Keep in the original container. Salt does not expire.
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
~$2.98
Great Value, 3 oz container
Prep
None
Store the rest
Keep the lid sealed. Store in a cool, dry spot. Stays potent for 2-3 years.