Quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor – that’s what our Baked Chicken Parmesan is all about! As a busy parent who loves a comforting dish without the hassle and guilt, this recipe has been a game changer. It’s something I can throw together quickly, gets everyone excited for dinner, and doesn’t leave me feeling like I’ve completely derailed my healthy eating goals. Give it a try, and I think you’ll feel the same way!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, Sunday nights were reserved for big, elaborate Italian dinners, and chicken parmesan was a frequent star. Now, with a family of my own, I don’t always have hours to spend in the kitchen. This baked version captures all that classic flavor in a fraction of the time, bringing back those comforting memories without the all-day cooking marathon. Less mess, less time, and same delicious flavor – what’s not to love?
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Sauce & Cheese:
- 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Create the Breading Stations: In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In a second shallow dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third shallow dish, mix panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the panko mixture.
- Bake the Chicken: Arrange the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each chicken breast with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.
- Melt the Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve hot with your favorite pasta or a side salad.
Baked Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Create the Breading Stations: In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In a second shallow dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third shallow dish, mix panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese.1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the panko mixture.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Bake the Chicken: Arrange the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each chicken breast with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup olive oil
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 24 ounce jar marinara sauce, 8 ounce mozzarella cheese
- Melt the Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.8 ounce mozzarella cheese
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve hot with your favorite pasta or a side salad.Fresh basil leaves
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