Description
Baked Chicken Parmesan is a comforting Italian-American classic that unites tender, breaded chicken breasts with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. This delicious dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also creates cherished family memories around the dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it delivers a savory explosion of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; coat with olive oil followed by Italian breadcrumbs.
- Place breaded chicken in the baking dish and generously top with marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over each piece of chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, use seasoned breadcrumbs or add fresh herbs to the marinara sauce. Swap mozzarella for provolone cheese for a different taste profile. Serve over zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.