Easy Crispy 5-Ingredient Baked Chicken Parmesan
A quick and easy baked chicken parmesan recipe with a crispy breadcrumb crust, gooey mozzarella, and savory marinara sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 1 cup (100 g) Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup (85 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thickness.
- In a shallow bowl, combine Italian seasoned breadcrumbs and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Press each chicken breast firmly into the breadcrumb mixture, coating all sides evenly.
- Place coated chicken breasts on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. If no rack, place directly on a greased baking sheet and plan to flip halfway through baking.
- Bake for 15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and spoon marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
- Return to oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free, substitute Italian breadcrumbs with crushed almond flour or gluten-free panko. Use dairy-free cheese alternatives if needed. Use a wire rack for crispier crust or flip chicken halfway if no rack. Watch cheese closely to avoid burning; tent with foil if needed. Let chicken rest after baking to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 38
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