Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave
If you’re on the hunt for a quick, satisfying meal that delights the taste buds, look no further than this Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave. Perfect for busy weeknights or inviting friends over, this dish captures the essence of classic Italian comfort food without requiring hours in the kitchen. Featuring crispy breaded chicken topped with rich marinara sauce and bubbling cheese, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table. Plus, with wholesome ingredients and simple preparation steps, you’ll find it easy to whip up a delicious dinner any night of the week!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in beaten egg and then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown each side of the chicken for about 3 minutes.
- Transfer browned chicken to a baking dish and top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg