Crispy Baked Italian Chicken Parmesan That's a Crowd-Pleaser
Crispy Baked Italian Chicken Parmesan is a delicious fusion of comfort and flavor, ideal for impressing family and friends.
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Servings: 4 pieces
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- shallow bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
For the Breadcrumb Coating
- 1 cup breadcrumbs panko for extra crispiness
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Topping and Baking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk together the egg and milk in another bowl.
- Coat each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the breaded chicken on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken breast and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5–7 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh chicken and avoid overbaking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg