Carrabba’s Italian Grill Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula Recipe

Carrabba’s Italian Grill Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula features a succulent chicken breast coated with Parmesan breadcrumbs, topped with fresh arugula, cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan, drizzled with a lemon vinaigrette.

Make this Straight-From-the-Restaurant Carrabba’s Italian Grill Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula Recipe at home and your Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula will taste just like Carrabba’s Italian Grill.

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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Chicken, a dish that has become a culinary favorite, traces its roots to the rich tradition of Italian cuisine. Italy, known for its diverse and flavorful dishes, has long been associated with the use of Parmesan cheese in various culinary creations. While the specific origin of Parmesan Crusted Chicken is not precisely documented, it likely emerged as a fusion of Italian culinary techniques and American preferences.

Today, Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a widely celebrated dish found in various Italian and American restaurants, showcasing the versatility of Parmesan cheese as a key ingredient. Its popularity can be attributed to the crispy and savory crust formed by coating chicken with a mixture of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, creating a delightful texture and enhancing the overall flavor profile.

In modern times, this dish has evolved, with chefs incorporating diverse ingredients to elevate its taste. While numerous establishments offer their interpretation of Parmesan Crusted Chicken, certain renowned Italian and American restaurants, including Carrabba’s Italian Grill, are often praised for their exceptional execution of this classic dish. These establishments focus on quality ingredients and culinary expertise to deliver a memorable dining experience for patrons seeking a delicious and comforting meal reminiscent of the fusion between Italian and American culinary traditions.

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Carrabba's Italian Grill Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula Recipe

Carrabba's Italian Grill Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula features a succulent chicken breast coated with Parmesan breadcrumbs, topped with fresh arugula, cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan, drizzled with a lemon vinaigrette. Make this Straight-From-the-Restaurant Carrabba's Italian Grill Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula Recipe at home and your Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula will taste just like Carrabba's Italian Grill.

Prep Time25 minutes mins

Active Time20 minutes mins

Total Time45 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Carrabba's, Carrabba's Italian Grill, Cheese, Chicken Recipe, Fried

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients

Parmesan Panko

• 2 cups plain Panko
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano Cheese
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula

• 4 boneless, skinless Chicken Breast halves 7 to 8 ounces each
• 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper
• 3 large Eggs beaten
• 6 tablespoons Olive Oil divided
• 4 cups Baby Arugula
• 1 cup halved Grape Tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed Lemon Juice
• Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
• 1 wedge of Parmesan Cheese about 6 ounces, for shaving cheese curls
• 2 Lemons cut in halves crosswise

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 200°F.
• Line a rimmed baking sheet with paper towels. Place a second baking sheet nearby.

Parmesan Panko

• To a wide, shallow bowl, add all Parmesan Panko ingredients, panko, Romano cheese, 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Mix well until combined.

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Arugula

• Using a flat meat pounder, lightly pound each chicken breast half to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Cut each in 1/2 crosswise to make a total of 8 chicken breast pieces.
• Season with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
• Add eggs to another wide, shallow bowl. Beat well.
• Dip a chicken breast in eggs.
• Remove, allowing excess to drip off, and place in panko mixture. Turn and pat to adhere breading to chicken.
• Place on a platter.
• Repeat with all remaining chicken breasts.
• Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
• Pour 3 tablespoons oil into a medium skillet. Place over medium heat.
• When oil is hot and shimmering, carefully add 4 chicken breasts. Cook until golden brown, turning after 3 minutes and adjusting the heat as needed so the chicken cooks steadily without over-browning, about 7 minutes total.
• Remove to a paper towel-covered plate to drain.
• Move cooked breasts to the second baking sheet place in preheated oven to keep warm while frying the remaining chicken.
• Add remaining 3 tablespoons of oil and fry remaining chicken.
• In a medium bowl, add arugula, tomatoes and lemon juice. Toss together. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Place 2 chicken pieces on each plate.
• Top each with equal amounts of prepared salad.
• Using a swivel vegetable peeler, shave as many Parmesan curls as you like on top.
• Add lemon halves and serve immediately, hot.

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Photo of “My @Carrabbas favorite dish so far? The Parmesan-Crusted Chicken. #FirstTastes” is by Jen and is used by permission under the CC BY-SA 2.0 Deed Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic Creative Commons License. Read the Full License Here – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/legalcode.en. Photo of “Carrabba’s Italian Grill Restaurant” is by Mike Mozart and is used by permission under the Attribution 2.0 Generic Creative Commons License. Read the Full License Here – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/legalcode.en. Thank you, Jen and Mike. Great Pictures. Photos may be “representative” of the recipe and not the actual finished dish. All photo licenses listed were correct at the time of the posting of the page. Recipe Courtesy of Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Brian Ephron of Carrabba’s Italian Grill and “Cooking with John” on WKRG, Mobile, AL, June 29, 2018. Additional Information is from original research done by SCRR and/or courtesy of Wikipedia and is used by permission.