Description
Indulge in this classic Easy Chicken Parmesan, featuring crispy, golden chicken breasts topped with savory marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With fresh ingredients and simple steps, you’ll create a comforting meal that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In one bowl, mix breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning; in another bowl, beat the egg.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the coated chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over it, then top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with pasta or a green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (165g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in egg and breadcrumbs. - Feel free to substitute mozzarella with provolone or add fresh basil for an aromatic twist. - Leftover chicken parmesan can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
