Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave. This quick and satisfying dish features tender, crispy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or when unexpected guests arrive, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also delivers a delightful taste that will have everyone asking for seconds. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can easily whip up a meal that feels special without spending hours in the kitchen. Pair it with your favorite sides for a complete and family-friendly dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg and then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the chicken on each side for about 3 minutes.
- Place the browned chicken in a baking dish, top with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of baked chicken (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg