Description
Baked Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dinner that combines crispy chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast with olive oil, then dip into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven.
- Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for a few hours before coating.
- Serve with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Parmesan, Italian Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe