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Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan for a Weeknight Win

Two pieces of crispy breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil for Easy Chicken Parmesan.
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Make restaurant-quality cheesy chicken cutlets at home with this simple baked chicken parmesan recipe. Perfect for a quick Italian comfort food dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. Place flour in the first dish. Whisk eggs in the second dish. In the third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, oregano, and garlic powder. Season the breadcrumb mix with salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the panko mixture to coat both sides completely.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the breaded chicken cutlets for 2 minutes per side until golden brown. This step adds crucial crispness.
  5. Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet. Spoon about 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each cutlet.
  6. Top each piece of chicken with slices of mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let the cheesy chicken cutlets rest for 5 minutes before serving over your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

  • For extra crispy results, you can lightly spray the breaded chicken with cooking spray before baking.
  • If you prefer a skillet method, skip the baking step and cover the skillet after adding the sauce and cheese, cooking on low heat until the cheese melts.
  • Use high-quality marinara sauce; it makes a big difference in this simple recipe.

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