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Baked Chicken Parmesan
5 from 36 votes

Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan uses breaded chicken breasts baked until golden and cooked through, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Served alongside spaghetti, it offers a balanced combination of crispy coating and tender meat complemented by rich tomato sauce and cheese. The recipe’s baking method avoids frying for a cleaner preparation while still delivering classic flavors.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut crosswise in half
  • ¾ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
  • ¾ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup marinara sauce homemade or storebought

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside.
  2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
  3. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Working one at a time, brush butter on each chicken breast and dredge in breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat.
  4. Place onto prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Gently flip and bake until the crust is golden and the chicken is completely cooked through, about 5 minutes more.
  5. Remove from oven; spoon 1 tablespoon marinara on each chicken breast and sprinkle with 1-2 tablespoons mozzarella. Place into oven and bake until cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately with spaghetti and additional marinara, if desired.