Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave
If you’re craving a comforting and flavorful meal that can be on the table in no time, look no further than this Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan. This dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy breadcrumb and cheese mixture, topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients. Serve it alongside pasta, salad, or garlic bread for a complete dinner that everyone will enjoy!
- 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 black pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into a beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for about three minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over the top, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese. Bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg