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Crispy baked chicken fillets being generously topped with warm marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Baked Chicken Parmesan

Enjoy a healthier twist on a classic with this Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe! Crispy, cheesy, and covered in savory marinara sauce, it's an easy, delicious dinner perfect for any night. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Chicken recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: baked chicken parmesan, baked parmesan chicken, chicken breast recipes
Servings: 4
Author: chefjar

Ingredients

For The Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts halved horizontally to make 4 fillets
  • Salt and pepper as needed
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten until frothy
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced or grated garlic
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 1 teaspoon EACH: garlic and onion powder
  • Avocado or olive oil spray

For The Topping

  • 24 oz. jar marinara sauce
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese sliced or shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil or parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: 425°F . Lightly grease an oven tray or baking dish with non stick cooking oil spray or line with parchment paper; set aside.
  • Prepare Chicken: Between two plastic wraps, pound chicken to 1/3-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Dredging Station: Set up three bowls - one with flour, one with beaten eggs+minced garlic, and one with a mix of panko, Italian breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion powder and garlic powder.
  • Bread the Chicken: Dredge each breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mix. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Prepare Topping: Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish or tray. Make 4 mozzarella piles sized for the chicken cutlets.
  • Bake: Spray chicken with oil and bake for 12-15 mins until 165°F internally. Place the tray with sauce and cheese in oven 5 minutes after chicken; bake until cheese melts and browns (8-10 mins).
  • Assemble: Place baked cheese and sauce on chicken, or slide sauce and cheese onto the sheet pan with chicken by tilting the sauce pan.
  • Serve: Garnish with parsley (or basil) and freshly grated parmesan.

Notes

Storage

  • How to Store: Keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Leftovers can be frozen and still taste great!
  • How to Reheat: First, make sure it's fully thawed. Then, heat it in a covered baking dish at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 1264mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g