Baked Chicken Parmesan
A classic Italian dish featuring breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use fresh chicken for best results.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 piece egg Beaten
- 1 cup marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In another bowl, beat the egg until well blended.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, letting any excess drip off. Then coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle a little olive oil over each piece.
Cooking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and spoon marinara sauce on top of each chicken breast. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving, if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze wrapped tightly for 2-3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warm.