Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave
If you’re searching for a quick, flavorful dinner that feels indulgent yet is simple to prepare, look no further than this Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave. This dish combines tender chicken breasts with a savory breadcrumb crust, topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors that make this baked chicken parmesan an instant favorite!
- 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, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg and then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the breaded chicken breasts for about 3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Top each piece with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (175g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg