Baked Chicken Parmesan
A simple and comforting dish that brings families together, featuring crispy chicken coated in breadcrumbs, marinara sauce, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil for garnish
- 1 spray Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Dip each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are coated evenly. Press the crumbs on lightly.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, leaving space between each piece.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. A thermometer should read 165°F in the thickest part.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each piece.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, scattering it evenly.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving and enjoy with a rustic serving style.
Notes
For added flavor, use fresh basil when possible and consider adding a dash of red pepper flakes to the marinara. You can also pulse day-old bread into crumbs for better texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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