Cheater's Chicken Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
504 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cheater's Chicken Parmesan
Description
The recipe uses store-bought breaded chicken tenders, baked according to package instructions for a convenient shortcut. During baking, the chicken is topped with warmed marinara sauce and a mixture of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, then returned to the oven until the cheese melts and browns slightly, creating a golden, bubbly topping.
This chicken parm variation offers a balance of crisp breading, melted cheese, and tangy tomato sauce. Served atop cooked pasta and additional sauce, it forms a satisfying, well-rounded dish. Fresh parsley adds a touch of herbal brightness at the end.
The hands-off approach speeds up the process while retaining classic flavors, making it suitable for quick weeknight dinners. Careful attention to baking time ensures crispy chicken and melted topping without overcooking.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenders large, breaded
- ¼ C marinara sauce or pasta sauce or passata, plus extra for serving
- 1 oz Parmesan Cheese grated
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese grated
For serving:
- pasta cooked, of your choice
- marinara sauce or pasta sauce
- parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Place breaded chicken tenders onto the baking sheet and bake according to the package directions.
- Flip the chicken tenders about halfway through the baking time.
- In the meantime, add marinara or pasta sauce to a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-low.
- Remove chicken tenders from oven and spoon about 1 tablespoon of warm marinara sauce on top of each chicken tender.
- Add grated parmesan and mozzarella cheese over each chicken tender and continue baking for another 12-13 minutes.
- Remove the chicken tenders from the oven.
- To serve, place cooked pasta on a plate and top with pasta sauce and chicken parm.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 504 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 504kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 77g | 26% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 354mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 480mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 242IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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