Tyler's Ultimate Season 1 Episode 28 Ultimate Chicken Parmigiana
- May 20, 2006
- 21 min
Tyler's Ultimate is a cooking show that focuses on creating the ultimate versions of classic dishes. In season 1 episode 28, Tyler Florence sets out to make the Ultimate Chicken Parmigiana.
Tyler starts off by heading to his favorite Italian specialty store to pick up the freshest ingredients for the dish. He emphasizes the importance of using high-quality ingredients in order to make the ultimate version of this classic Italian dish.
Back in the kitchen, Tyler begins by making the marinara sauce from scratch. He sweats onions and garlic in olive oil before adding in San Marzano tomatoes and letting everything simmer together for an hour. He also adds fresh basil towards the end of cooking the sauce, which adds a bright herby flavor.
Next, Tyler prepares the chicken by pounding it thin and dredging it in seasoned flour, egg wash, and Italian breadcrumbs. He then pan-fries the chicken in olive oil until it's golden brown and crispy.
To assemble the dish, Tyler lays the crispy chicken cutlets into a baking dish and pours the homemade marinara sauce over them. He then adds a generous amount of grated Parmesan and mozzarella cheese on top.
Tyler emphasizes the importance of using fresh mozzarella rather than pre-shredded supermarket cheese, which can be dry and doesn't melt as well. He pulls pieces of fresh mozzarella apart and places them on top of the chicken cutlets and sauce.
Finally, Tyler bakes the dish in the oven until the cheese is hot and bubbly. He garnishes the dish with fresh chopped parsley and serve it hot.
Throughout the episode, Tyler explains his thought process behind each step of making the Ultimate Chicken Parmigiana. He provides tips on how to achieve the perfect texture for the chicken cutlets, how to make a flavorful marinara sauce from scratch, and how to choose the right ingredients for the dish.
Overall, this episode is a must-see for anyone who loves Italian cuisine. Tyler's Ultimate Chicken Parmigiana is a delicious and satisfying meal that will impress any dinner guest.