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This simple Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe boasts restaurant-quality flavors, featuring breaded chicken, marinara sauce, and a delicious blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. It's a comforting dish that's sure to impress any guest!

Baked Chicken Parmesan (Quick & Easy)

This simple and healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe boasts restaurant-quality flavors, featuring breaded chicken, marinara sauce, and a delicious blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. It's a comforting dish that's sure to impress any guest!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For The Chicken

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • ⅓ cup flour, gluten free if needed
  • ½ teaspoon black ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 medium eggs
  • 2 tablespoon grapeseed oil, or olive oil
  • 1 ½ cup homemade marinara sauce, see notes
  • 1 cup mozzarella & parmesan mix, grated or shredded (or simply just mozzarella)
  • 1 tablespoon basil, fresh, chopped or parsley

For The Crispy Crust

  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, GF if desired or any italian flavored crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried italian herbs, if using breadcrumbs skip this
  • ½ cup parmesan, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, or onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Prepare my homemade marinara sauce and set it aside. You can make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze it for convenient meal prep.
    1 ½ cup homemade marinara sauce
  • Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thin pieces. Lay them on a wooden board covered with plastic wrap and gently pound them on both sides. Season each piece with salt and pepper.
    1 pound chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black ground pepper
  • Set up three small bowls: one with flour mixed with garlic powder, another with whisked eggs, and the third with breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs.
    ⅓ cup flour, 2 medium eggs, ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon dried italian herbs, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ cup parmesan
  • Coat each chicken piece in flour, then dip it in the egg mixture, and finally coat it evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat a skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
    2 tablespoon grapeseed oil
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (215°C). Assemble the dish by spreading a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish. Arrange the fried chicken breasts on top, overlapping them slightly if needed. Pour another layer of marinara sauce over the chicken.
  • Finish by sprinkling grated mozzarella cheese over the chicken. If desired, mix in some Parmesan cheese with the mozzarella.
    1 cup mozzarella & parmesan mix
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Once done, remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving. Enjoy!
    1 tablespoon basil

Notes

  • To Store. For the best taste, savor your baked chicken Parmesan right after making it. If you end up with leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • To Reheat. Simply warm them up in a lightly greased pan over medium heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 41gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 1611mgPotassium: 802mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 874IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 346mgIron: 3mg
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