To make chicken parmesan, the basic steps are:

1. Tenderize chicken breasts by pounding them to about 1/2 inch thickness.
2. Set up a breading station with flour, whisked eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan cheese and herbs.
3. Dredge chicken in flour, then egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
4. Pan-fry chicken in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
5. Place browned chicken in a baking dish, add marinara sauce over each piece, then top with mozzarella cheese.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at around 425°F for about 14-15 minutes until cheese melts and chicken is cooked.
7. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and broil for a minute to brown the top. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.

Ingredients typically used include chicken breasts, flour, eggs, olive oil, Italian-style breadcrumbs, shredded parmesan and mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and fresh basil for garnish. The chicken can also be baked instead of pan-fried for a lighter version. This method produces a crispy breaded chicken with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese, making a classic Italian-American chicken parmesan dish.