Chicken Parmesan Bake
A comforting dish of chicken, marinara, and gooey cheese, baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces skinless, boneless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Bread Crumbs (regular or panko)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (low-moisture)
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce (homemade or jarred)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- 1/4 cup fresh Basil (chopped)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the chicken by pounding it to about 1/2 inch thickness; season with salt and pepper.
- Set up your breading station with breadcrumbs and beaten eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Assemble the dish: layer marinara sauce, then the browned chicken, more sauce, and top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
- Bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil and let rest before serving.
Notes
Serve with extra marinara sauce and a light salad or spaghetti. Consider adding vegetables for a nutritious boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken parmesan, comfort food, baked chicken, Italian recipe, easy dinner