Description
Savor the deliciousness of Skillet Eggplant Parmesan, a comforting dish featuring layers of crispy eggplant, gooey mozzarella, and rich marinara sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering a delightful balance of savory flavors that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the eggplant by slicing it into 1/4-inch rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
- In a shallow dish, mix panko breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese. Dredge each eggplant slice in the mixture until well-coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded eggplant slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Layer fried eggplant slices in the skillet with marinara sauce, then top with mozzarella slices and additional Parmesan.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 5-10 minutes until melted; optionally broil briefly for extra bubbly cheese.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg