Description
Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan is the epitome of comfort food, combining tender chicken breasts with a crispy coating, gooey cheese, and rich marinara sauce. This delightful dish is simple enough for weeknights yet impressive enough for gatherings. With its intoxicating aroma and satisfying flavors, Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it over pasta or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal that warms the heart and pleases the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with minced garlic, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place chicken in the prepared baking dish, drizzle olive oil over them, and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove from the oven and top each breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg