Baked Chicken Parmesan
A comforting dish of crispy chicken breasts coated in breadcrumbs and Parmesan, topped with marinara and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts The canvas of our dish! Lean and tender.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs give an extra crunch.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresher cheese gives better flavor.
- 1 cup marinara sauce Use a rich and well-seasoned brand.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Whole milk mozzarella for creaminess.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps keep the chicken moist.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Infuses aromatic goodness.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Provides an authentic Italian flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste Essential for enhancing all flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine your breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast, then dip each breast into your breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish.
Cooking
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and spoon marinara sauce over each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes, until the mozzarella is bubbling and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with al dente spaghetti tossed in olive oil and garlic, or as a Chicken Parmesan sandwich in a sub roll. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.