Baked Chicken Parmesan: Easy, Cheesy Delight for Home Cooks
Baked Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and easy recipe perfect for home cooks looking for a cheesy delight. This dish combines crispy chicken with rich marinara sauce and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast in the eggs and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece, then top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot with pasta or salad.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes after baking.
- Feel free to use homemade marinara sauce for a fresher taste.