Description
Baked Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish featuring crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. This comforting meal combines juicy chicken and savory flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With its inviting aroma and stunning presentation, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Dredge the chicken in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then roll in a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan until evenly coated.
- Place the breaded chicken in the baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and top each piece with marinara sauce and sliced mozzarella. Return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg