Description
This delicious Baked Chicken Parmesan features crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, baked to perfection. It’s an easy, comforting Italian-American dish perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
Breading
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Toppings
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Bread the Chicken: Coat each chicken breast evenly with a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese to ensure a crispy, flavorful crust when baked.
- Bake Chicken: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the breaded chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each piece. Then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Final Bake: Return the chicken to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, about 10 minutes.
Notes
- Use chicken breasts of similar size for even cooking.
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving for juicier meat.
- Serve with spaghetti or a side salad for a complete meal.
