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Baked Chicken Parmesan
5 from 14 votes

Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan is an oven-cooked dish featuring breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. The chicken is coated in a seasoned panko and Parmesan crumb mixture, baked until crispy and golden, then finished with melted cheese for a hearty and comforting entrée. Optional spaghetti makes a complete meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 872 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 chicken breast
  • 2 large egg
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs italian style
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese fresh grated
  • ½ teaspoon oregano dried
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Non-stick cooking spray
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 Tablespoons parsley for garnish, minced, optional
  • spaghetti optional, to serve with

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Adjust rack in oven so it is in the second from top position.
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Brush with olive oil. Set aside.
  3. Place the chicken breasts, one at a time, into a gallon sized zip top bag, seal it, then pound it to an even thickness using a meat pounder or a rolling pin. You can also place the chicken breasts between two layers of cling wrap instead of a zip top bag if you prefer.
  4. Remove chicken breasts from the bag and pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
  5. In one shallow dish, mix together panko bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper.
  6. In another shallow dish, whisk the egg.
  7. Dip one chicken breast into the egg, then into the bread crumb mixture. Make sure the chicken breast is fully coated in the crumb mixture, and gently press with your hand to help the crumbs stick to the chicken, flip and repeat with the other side. Place chicken breast on the prepared baking sheet, repeat with remaining pieces of chicken. Spray the top of the chicken with non-stick spray.
  8. Place the baking sheet in the oven on the second from the top rack. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. The cooking time will depend on the size of chicken breast and thickness.
  9. Flip chicken, pour 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, then top with grated Mozzarella cheese. Place back in the oven. Turn on the broiler. Broil for 2-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly and golden brown and edges of chicken are browning.
  10. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
  11. Serve on top of prepared spaghetti if desired.

Notes

  • Store leftover Chicken Parmesan in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days; note that the breading softens over time.
  • For freezer storage, wrap individual chicken pieces and freeze for 2-3 months; thaw before reheating.
  • Reheat in the oven or air fryer to help restore the breading's crispness; microwaving is possible but will soften the crust.

Nutrition Information

Calories 872kcal (44%) Carbohydrates 48g (16%) Protein 80g (160%) Fat 38g (58%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 308mg (103%) Sodium 2179mg (91%) Potassium 1261mg (27%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1064IU (21%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 595mg (60%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 872

% Daily Value*

Calories 872kcal 44%
Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Protein 80g 160%
Fat 38g 58%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 308mg 103%
Sodium 2179mg 91%
Potassium 1261mg 27%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1064IU 21%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 595mg 60%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.