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Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Baked Chicken Parmesan is a lighter take on the classic Italian favorite, featuring crispy, breaded chicken breasts baked to perfection and topped with savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. This dish offers all the delicious flavors you love with less oil, making it a healthier and easy-to-make meal perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts, halved

Breading

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Other

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prepare for the chicken.
  2. Prepare Breading Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to create the flavorful coating.
  3. Beat Egg: In a separate bowl, beat the egg until smooth; this will help the breadcrumb mixture adhere to the chicken.
  4. Coat Chicken: Dip each halved chicken breast first into the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even covering.
  5. Arrange Chicken: Place the breaded chicken pieces into the prepared baking dish and drizzle evenly with olive oil, which helps crisp the breading during baking.
  6. Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the coating is golden and the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove the dish from the oven, spoon marinara sauce over each chicken piece, and then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Bake Again: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with fresh basil leaves and serve hot, ideally with spaghetti or garlic bread as sides.

Notes

  • Serve with spaghetti or garlic bread for a complete meal.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/baked-chicken-parmesan-recipe/