Easy Chicken Parmesan
A simple yet delicious dish combining crispy chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg until well blended. In another bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg, ensuring it’s well-coated, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until evenly covered.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully add the chicken, frying for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Once browned, transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Top each breast with marinara sauce, followed by a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For a fresh touch, garnish with basil before serving hot.
Notes
Let the chicken sit after frying for a couple of minutes before topping it with sauce to maintain crispiness. Feel free to experiment with different herbs in the breadcrumb mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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