Description
Indulge in this classic Baked Chicken Parmesan, a dish that delivers crispy, cheesy, and saucy satisfaction. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, baked to golden perfection, and then smothered in marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for a comforting family meal or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup Panko or Italian bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
- 6–8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced about 1/8 inch thick
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 415°F. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Cut chicken in half horizontally to create 6 fillets. Flatten to about ½” thick.
- Bread the Chicken: Whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a separate bowl. Dip chicken in egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake the Chicken: Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until no longer pink.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove from oven and top each chicken fillet with ¼ cup sauce and a slice of mozzarella. Bake for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Broil for the last minute if desired for extra browning.
- Serve: Top with fresh basil and serve with cooked spaghetti noodles.
Notes
- For extra crispy chicken, use a wire rack on the baking sheet or fry chicken for 2 minutes per side before baking.
- Adjust baking time based on the thickness of the chicken.
- Feel free to use your favorite marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
