No, Parmesan chicken and chicken parmigiana (also known as Chicken Parmesan) are not the same thing. Parmesan Chicken refers to lightly breaded, pan seared chicken cutlets simmered in a Parmesan cream sauce. Chicken Parmigiana refers to a breaded and fried chicken cutlet topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese. Chicken Parmigiana is typically served with pasta or as a sandwich in a sub or hero roll.