Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan

This Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe offers all the crispy, cheesy goodness of the traditional Italian favorite without the heavy oil from deep frying. It is an easy, family-friendly dinner that results in incredibly moist chicken and a perfectly golden crust every time.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings: 8 pieces

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 248

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz each), sliced in half lengthwise to make 8 pieces
3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (such as 4C or gluten-free crumbs)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese
2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup marinara sauce or homemade tomato sauce
Cooking spray
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish optional

Equipment

Baking Sheet
Shallow Bowl
Oven

Method

Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 450°F. This high temperature is essential for creating a crispy crust. Lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
Cooking spray
Set Up Breading Station: In a shallow bowl, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs and the grated Parmesan cheese. In a separate small bowl, melt the butter (or prepare your olive oil).
3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (such as 4C or gluten-free crumbs), 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese, 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
Coat the Chicken: Lightly brush the melted butter or olive oil onto each chicken cutlet. Immediately dip the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly so the crumbs adhere to the surface.
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz each), sliced in half lengthwise to make 8 pieces, 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil, 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (such as 4C or gluten-free crumbs)
Initial Bake: Place the breaded cutlets on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with a little more oil to help them brown. Bake for 25 minutes until the crumbs are golden and the chicken is cooked through.
Cooking spray
Add Toppings: Remove the tray from the oven. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken and top each with about 1.5 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese.
1 cup marinara sauce or homemade tomato sauce, 3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
Final Melt: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and slightly browned.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Notes

To ensure your Baked Chicken Parmesan is as delicious as possible, always slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Using a high heat of 450°F is the secret to getting that "fried" texture in the oven.