Baked Chicken Parmesan
Baked chicken Parmesan is a lighter, healthier version of the classic Italian-American dish. Juicy, breaded chicken breasts are baked until crispy, topped with marinara and gooey melted cheese, and served with pasta or salad for a comforting meal without the extra oil from frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned or plain with herbs)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish or line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Pound to even thickness if needed.
- Prepare a dredging station with three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
- Dip each chicken breast first in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
- Place breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly drizzle with olive oil or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven, top each chicken piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to oven and bake for another 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot with pasta or salad.
Notes
For extra crispiness, bake chicken on a wire rack set over a sheet pan.Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a gluten-free version.Swap breadcrumbs with almond flour for a low-carb/keto option.Try adding provolone or fontina for extra cheesy flavor.Air fry at 375°F for 15–18 minutes, then top with sauce and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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