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Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan is a lighter take on the classic comfort food—crispy oven-baked chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melty cheese. Easy, satisfying, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4Cuisine: Italian-Inspired / AmericanCourse: DinnerMethod: Oven-BakedKeyword: Baked Chicken Parmesan
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Breading
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Cooking spray or olive oil spray
  • Topping
  • 1½ cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Extra Parmesan for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Dip chicken into beaten eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place chicken on baking sheet and lightly spray with oil.
  6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping once, until golden and cooked through.
  7. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece and top with mozzarella cheese.
  8. Return to oven and bake 5–8 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Rest briefly before serving.