Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with this Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave. This quick and delicious recipe features tender, crispy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish brings comfort to your table in just 20 minutes. With minimal cleanup, you can savor every bite without the hassle. Serve it over pasta, with a refreshing salad, or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying meal that will become a staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown each side of the chicken for about 3 minutes until golden.
- Place browned chicken in a baking dish; pour marinara sauce over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg