Shortcut Chicken Parmesan
A quick and easy version of Chicken Parmesan that combines tender chicken breasts with marinara, cheeses, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breast fillets
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the chicken breast fillets in a baking dish.
- Evenly spread the marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Coat the chicken with breadcrumbs, ensuring a crunchy layer.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, and the cheese is bubbly.
- Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes to the marinara for a spicy kick, or use pre-cooked chicken for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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