Description
This Classic Chicken Parmesan Bake is a comforting and easy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are coated in crispy breadcrumbs, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, then baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place flour in a shallow dish. Beat eggs in another shallow dish. In a third dish, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Brown chicken breasts on each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Place browned chicken in the prepared baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece. Top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For extra crispy chicken, you can bake the breaded chicken on a wire rack before adding sauce and cheese. Serve with pasta or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Protein: 48 g