Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian seasoned)
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Baked Chicken Parmesan is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and basil.
3. Set Up Breading Station: In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
4. Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Next, coat them in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the coated chicken breasts in the greased baking dish.
6. Bake the Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
7. Add Marinara and Cheese: Remove the chicken from the oven. Spoon marinara sauce over each breast, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Return to Oven: Place the dish back in the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish: Once cooked, remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
10. Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
These steps will guide you in preparing an incredible Baked Chicken Parmesan that will surely impress anyone who tries it!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 40g