Description
Easy Chicken Parmesan is a mouthwatering dish that features tender, breaded chicken breasts smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe boasts savory flavors and comforting aromas that are sure to impress. With effortless preparation and endless customization options, Easy Chicken Parmesan will quickly become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: beat 2 eggs in one bowl; place breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning in another.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 3 minutes per side).
- Transfer chicken to the baking dish, cover with marinara sauce, and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg