Simply Baked Chicken Parmesan

Transform your weeknight dinner into an Italian-inspired feast with this *Simply Baked Chicken Parmesan* recipe! Featuring tender, pounded chicken breasts coated in a crisp and flavorful Parmesan-panko crust, this oven-baked rendition is a lighter take on the classic comfort food, yet doesn’t skimp on taste. The chicken is topped with a hearty layer of marinara sauce and gooey, melted mozzarella cheese, making each bite irresistible. Prepared in just 45 minutes with minimal cleanup, this dish is perfect for busy families or casual dinner parties. Serve with pasta, garlic bread, or a side salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. It's the ultimate baked chicken recipe for anyone craving a wholesome, satisfying dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 as needed olive oil spray
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Lightly spray with olive oil spray.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Step 3

Set up the breading station: Place flour in the first shallow bowl. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Coat each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess egg to drip off. Press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, coating evenly on all sides.

Step 5

Arrange breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with olive oil spray to help them crisp up while baking.

Step 6

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the coating is golden and crispy.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spoon marinara sauce evenly over each piece of chicken. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, and serve hot with a side of pasta, salad, or garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1382.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2549.6

Total Fat 79.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1083.9mg	0%
Sodium 5647.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 296.5g	0%

Vitamin D 89.0IU	0%
Calcium 1555.2mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2167.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 47.7%

Carbs: 23.5%