Description
Baked Chicken Parmesan is a delightful Italian-American dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into extraordinary feasts. Featuring crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for any gathering. With its mouthwatering aroma and vibrant colors, Baked Chicken Parmesan is sure to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season each chicken breast on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Coat the chicken in seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with half of the grated Parmesan.
- Place the breaded chicken in the baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, spoon marinara sauce over each breast, and top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
- Broil for an additional 3-5 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg