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    Home » Blog » Side Dishes

    What to Serve with Chicken Parmesan

    Modified: Jan 26, 2023 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Chicken parmesan is one of the most classic Italian dishes. It's a great dish to serve when you have people over or just need something that tastes amazing and will fill up your guests. In order to keep things interesting, what to serve with chicken parmesan? There are many different options and variations!

    My favorite version of chicken parmesan can be found here, just in case you need a great recipe. Otherwise, have a look at all the variations we created and some are so much better than the original. Just you wait and see.

    Like many other classic dishes, there are different variations to them. We have a few different recipes for chicken parmesan that we love. Try our creamy chicken parmesan pasta, easy ritz parmesan chicken, garlic parmesan chicken, or baked creamy garlic parmesan chicken wings.

    Pairing your chicken parmesan dish with a side makes it a full and complete meal. Sides are always fun and exciting.

    Chicken parmesan is one of my family's favorite Italian dishes and favorite ways to prepare chicken. It is so easy to make and delicious. There are different ways to make this simple dish and the best part is that is a budget-friendly meal.

    The chicken can be prepared by either pan-frying, baking it in the oven, or even air frying it. No matter which way you prepare the chicken, it always comes out moist and delicious.

    WHY SHOULD YOU SERVE SIDES WITH THIS DISH?

    A side dish gives you a chance to show off your cooking skills and put together a delicious meal.

    Chicken parmesan is a heavier dish, so it's best paired with a lighter side.

    It's also very important to pay attention to what you serve with chicken parmesan because it can make or break the dish!

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH CHICKEN PARMESAN

    Thankfully we have some recipes to help you know what to serve with chicken parmesan.

    Some tried and true sides are:

    • caesar salad
    • garlic bread
    • pasta
    • mashed potatoes

    These recipes are tried and true and will help you to create an amazing meal for your family and/or guests.

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    Cream cheese biscuits on a plate.

    What could be better than perfectly flakey biscuits to accompany that perfect meal? These Cream Cheese Biscuits will make your mouth water with anticipation as they're so soft and buttery inside.

    How to Air Fry Asparagus and Asparagus Fries
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    Easy Cabbage and Vegetables
    Easy Cabbage and Vegetables is the perfect blend of cabbage, carrots, potato and more! This easy technique can be used with any vegetables you have on hand!
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    Easy Cabbage and Vegetables.

    A perfect blend of vegetables made easy! This dish is the ideal side to any meal, with its simple ingredients that you probably already have in your fridge.

    Easy Broiled Asparagus
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    A plate of easy broiled asparagus topped with shredded cheese and garnished with lemon slices.

    This easy-to-cook, under the broiler recipe, will show you how to trim and prepare asparagus for either roasting or grilling. The flavor is sure to please any palate with its originality!

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    This Asparagus Wrapped in Bacon recipe will make anyone enjoy asparagus! They're roasted and caramelized inside bacon slices to add sweet and savory flavor.
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    Asparagus wrapped in bacon on plate with lemon slices.

    Easy, delicious, and healthy asparagus wrapped in bacon is the perfect blend for any keto diet. Broiling or grilling them makes this dish more mouthwatering than ever before!

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    These Homemade Soft Fluffy Dinner Rolls are my grandma's yeast or crusty bread roll recipe, and the best super soft, light, dinner rolls ever!
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    Homemade Soft Fluffy Dinner Rolls

    My grandma's yeast or crusty bread roll recipe is the best! These super-soft, light dinner rolls are perfect for any occasion.

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    Perfectly-seasoned pasta and loaded with fresh vegetables, Classic Pasta Salad is a great summer side dish.  With this classic pasta salad recipe, the results are always delicious and it goes with just about everything. Italian pasta salad is the ideal dish for potlucks, BBQs or whenever you're in the mood.
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    The Classic Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. It's made with a fresh blend of vegetables and Italian seasonings that will leave your dinner table looking and tasting its best!

    Old-Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar
    Old Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar is an easy yet flavorful recipe. It's quick to prepare, but the result is delicious, impressive, and complex.
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    Cucumber and onion salad in vinegar in a bowl.

    The best way to enjoy summer is with a delicious, refreshing salad. My Grandma's Best Cucumber Salads are so easy and made from simple ingredients like sliced cucumbers in either sour cream or olive oil dressing!

    Broccoli Crunch Salad
    This Broccoli Crunch Salad is full of crispy broccoli florets, sweet pears, raisins, onion, crunchy nuts, cheese, and bacon! It's an explosion of flavors and texture. It requires no cooking and goes together in just a few minutes and makes a tasty side for all your picnic, cookout, and potluck needs.
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    A white bowl filled with Amish broccoli salad with a serving spoon.

    The Best Broccoli Salad is the perfect way to get your vegetables. The dressing, coating fresh broccoli, and raisins with sweet onion or apples are both mouthwatering!

    Cheesy Mashed Potato Casserole
    This is by far the BEST Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole! Creamy mashed potatoes combine with sour cream, butter and cheese to make the base of the dish and then add on plenty of toppings. It's the perfect potato casserole for holidays, lazy weekends, or any time you need an easy, yet delicious potato side dish.
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    A spoonful of loaded mashed potato casserole up over a plate with more.

    A delicious casserole dish filled with cheese, bacon, and crispy fried onions. This is one dish you don't want to miss out on!

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    You'll never think about boring old potato chips the same way again when you munch on these crispy and salty pasta snacks. The perfect combination of saltiness mixed with a hint crunch, they are sure to please any appetite!

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    Awesome Alfredo Sauce
    Awesome Alfredo Sauce is fast, easy and delicious. Made with just a few ingredients, this sauce is easier to make than you think. A beautiful homemade sauce is always so much better than store- bought!

    Alfredo sauce is a staple in any Italian restaurant. The rich and creamy consistency of this homemade recipe will have you craving for more!

    Slow Cooker Scalloped Alfredo Potatoes and Cauliflower
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    Tired of the same old potatoes? Try these delicious Scalloped Alfredo Potatoes and Cauliflower in your next casserole, soup, or pasta dish! It's a hidden treasure that is great for hiding veggies like spinach.

    TAKE CHICKEN PARMESAN TO THE NEXT LEVEL

    If you're looking to take your chicken parmesan dish up a notch, we've got some ideas for you!

    Add in some vegetables - broccoli or spinach are great options.

    Switch out the pasta for something like mashed potatoes.

    Try serving it with garlic bread instead of a side of pasta.

    These are just some ideas to get you thinking about what else you can serve with chicken parmesan. Try new things and experiment all the time!

    Now that we've given you a few options, it's up to you to decide which side dish is your favorite. No matter what, serving something different than just pasta will be delicious and make for an interesting meal!

    We hope these suggestions will help you when trying to decide what to serve with chicken parmesan. Whether you're looking for a traditional Italian-style dish or something that's more unique, we've got an idea in here for everyone!

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