{"id":268,"date":"2026-03-03T01:38:56","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T01:38:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keeillena.com\/?p=268"},"modified":"2026-03-03T01:46:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T01:46:53","slug":"buttery-citrus-chicken-parm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/keeillena.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/03\/buttery-citrus-chicken-parm\/","title":{"rendered":"Buttery Citrus Chicken Parm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A bright, buttery twist on classic chicken parmesan made with lemon butter seasoning and summer lemon marinara. Crispy on the outside, melty and citrusy on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1920\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1080 \/ 1920;\" width=\"1080\" controls src=\"https:\/\/keeillena.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/E456860A-C71D-406A-8488-E425AE5AC9A2.mov\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wpzoom-recipe-card-block-recipe-card is-style-default header-content-align-left block-alignment-left recipe-card-noimage\" id=\"wpzoom-recipe-card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"recipe-card-heading\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpzoom-recipe-card-print-link\">\n\t            <a class=\"btn-print-link no-print\" href=\"#wpzoom-recipe-card\" title=\"Print Recipe\" data-servings-size=\"4\" data-recipe-id=\"268\">\n\t            \t<SVG class=\"wpzoom-rcb-icon-print-link\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n \t            \t    <g data-name=\"Layer 55\" id=\"Layer_55\">\n \t            \t        <Path 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class=\"recipe-card-author\">Recipe by Kiarra<\/span><span class=\"recipe-card-course\">Course: <mark>Dinner<\/mark><\/span><\/div><div class=\"recipe-card-details\"><div class=\"details-items\"><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-0\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon oldicon oldicon-food\" style=\"color: #6d767f;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Servings<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">4<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">servings<\/span><\/div><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-1\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon oldicon oldicon-clock\" style=\"color: #6d767f;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Prep time<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">30<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutes<\/span><\/div><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-2\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon foodicons foodicons-cooking-food-in-a-hot-casserole\" style=\"color: #6d767f;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Cooking time<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">40<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutes<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"recipe-card-ingredients\"><h3 class=\"ingredients-title\">Ingredients<\/h3><ul class=\"ingredients-list layout-1-column\"><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-0\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">For the Chicken<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-16\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">4 sliced chicken breast fillets<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-48\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">2 large eggs<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-61\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 teaspoon lemon butter seasoning (plus more to taste)<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-116\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 cup breadcrumbs<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-134\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">2 tablespoons cornstarch<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-159\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Salt and black pepper<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-181\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Neutral oil for frying<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-204\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">For the Pasta<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-218\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">12 ounces spaghetti<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-238\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 jar Sauz Summer Lemon Marinara sauce, divided<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-286\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 tablespoon olive oil<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-309\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">2 cloves garlic, finely grated<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-340\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Salt, for pasta water<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-362\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">For Assembly<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-375\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1\/4 cup summer lemon marinara sauce, reserved<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-421\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">6 to 8 slices mozzarella cheese<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-453\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">or 1\u00bd to 2 cups shredded mozzarella<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-489\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Zest of \u00bd lemon (optional)<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-516\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Fresh parsley or basil for garnish<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"recipe-card-directions\"><h3 class=\"directions-title\">Directions<\/h3><ul class=\"directions-list\"><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Prepare The Sauce<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-22\" class=\"direction-step\">Open the jar of summer lemon marinara and reserve 1\/4 cup for assembling the chicken. Set aside. The remaining sauce will be used for the spaghetti.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-172\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Prepare the Dredge<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-196\" class=\"direction-step\">In one bowl, whisk together: Eggs,Lemon butter seasoning, pinch of salt<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-268\" class=\"direction-step\">In a second bowl, mix: Breadcrumbs, Cornstarch, Lemon butter seasoning,Salt and pepper<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-355\" class=\"direction-step\">Pat chicken dry. Dip each fillet into the egg mixture, then press into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes so the coating adheres.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-523\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Fry the Chicken<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-542\" class=\"direction-step\">Heat about \u00bd inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-598\" class=\"direction-step\">Fry chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-677\" class=\"direction-step\">Transfer to a wire rack to keep crispy.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-718\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Cook the Spaghetti<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-740\" class=\"direction-step\">Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-785\" class=\"direction-step\">Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-850\" class=\"direction-step\">Reserve 1\/2 cup pasta water, then drain.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-892\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Warm Sauce and Prepare Spaghetti<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-928\" class=\"direction-step\">In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-981\" class=\"direction-step\">Add grated garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1076\" class=\"direction-step\">Pour in the remaining marinara sauce and warm gently.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1130\" class=\"direction-step\">Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1169\" class=\"direction-step\">Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1238\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Assemble the Chicken Parm<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1267\" class=\"direction-step\">Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1290\" class=\"direction-step\">Place fried chicken in a baking dish or baking sheet<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1343\" class=\"direction-step\">Spoon the reserved 1\/4 cup of marinara evenly over the chicken.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1407\" class=\"direction-step\">If using sliced mozzarella, lay 1 to 2 slices over each piece of chicken.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1481\" class=\"direction-step\">If using shredded mozzarella, sprinkle evenly over each piece.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1544\" class=\"direction-step\">Sprinkle with lemon zest if using.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1580\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Bake<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1588\" class=\"direction-step\">Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1648\" class=\"direction-step\">Broil for 1 to 2 minutes for golden spots if desired.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1703\" class=\"direction-step direction-step-group\"><strong class=\"direction-step-group-title\">Serve<\/strong><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1712\" class=\"direction-step\">Plate spaghetti first.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1735\" class=\"direction-step\">Place baked chicken parm on top or alongside the pasta.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1791\" class=\"direction-step\">Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.<\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1828\" class=\"direction-step\">Optional: Add a small squeeze of fresh lemon before serving for extra 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