Easy and Delicious Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan – This Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe is perfect for any night of the week! It’s a quick and easy dinner that is sure to please everyone in your family. The dish is made with tender chicken breasts, coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and topped with delicious marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a special date night at home.

My husband and I love this Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe! It’s become a staple in our household because it’s so easy to make and incredibly delicious. We always have a great time making this dish together and enjoying it over a glass of wine. One of our favorite things about this recipe is how crispy and flavorful the chicken turns out. We also love how versatile it is and how we can pair it with a variety of sides to make a complete meal.

Why This Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe is a Must-Try?

• Easy to make: You can have this dish on the table in just 30 minutes.
• Delicious: The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese add delicious flavor.
• Versatile: You can serve it with a variety of sides, such as pasta, salad, or roasted vegetables.
• Perfect for date night: This recipe is a great choice for a special date night at home or a romantic dinner for two.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 chicken breasts (about 450 grams/1 lb of chicken total)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 60 grams/1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 170 grams/1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
• 2 tablespoon minced parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and brush with olive oil.

Cut the chicken breasts in half and pound to an even thickness. Place the chicken breasts in a gallon-sized zip-top bag, seal it, then pound them to an even thickness using a meat pounder or rolling pin.

Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then season with salt and pepper.

In one shallow dish, mix together panko bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper.

In another shallow dish, whisk one egg.

Dip one chicken breast into the egg, then into the bread crumb mixture. Ensure chicken breast is fully coated in the crumb mixture and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pieces of chicken.

Place the baking sheet in the oven on the second from the top rack. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.

Flip chicken, pour 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Place back in the oven.

Turn on the broiler. Broil for 2-4 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and edges of chicken are browning.

Garnish with minced parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes:

• For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes.
• If you don’t have a meat pounder or a rolling pin, you can use the bottom of a heavy pan or skillet to pound the chicken.
• To make the chicken extra crispy, you can spray it with cooking spray or drizzle with a little bit of olive oil before baking.
• This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on your needs.

In conclusion, Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan is an easy and delicious dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special date night. With its crispy breaded chicken, savory marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings for Italian cuisine. The best part? It’s a healthier version of the classic Chicken Parmesan that is typically fried, so you can indulge in this flavorful dish without the guilt. So, try this recipe out and impress your family and friends with this mouth-watering meal!

FAQ

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Yes, you can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. However, the cooking time may need to be adjusted as chicken thighs are thicker and may take longer to cook.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the chicken ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When you’re ready to serve, reheat the chicken in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, then add the sauce and cheese and broil as directed in the recipe.

Can I freeze this recipe?

Yes, you can freeze the chicken before adding the sauce and cheese. Simply wrap each piece of chicken tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw the chicken in the refrigerator overnight, then bake at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes, add the sauce and cheese, and broil as directed in the recipe.

Can I use store-bought marinara sauce?

Yes, you can use store-bought marinara sauce or homemade marinara sauce for this recipe.

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes, you can use a different type of cheese if you prefer. Mozzarella is traditionally used in chicken parmesan, but you can use other types of cheese like cheddar, provolone, or even a blend of cheeses.

Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan

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This Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe is perfect for any night of the week! It's a quick and easy dinner that is sure to please everyone in your family.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 chicken breasts about 450 grams/1 lb of chicken total
• 1 egg
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 60 grams/1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 170 grams/1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
• 2 tablespoon minced parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and brush with olive oil.
• Cut the chicken breasts in half and pound to an even thickness. Place the chicken breasts in a gallon-sized zip-top bag, seal it, then pound them to an even thickness using a meat pounder or rolling pin.
• Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then season with salt and pepper.
• In one shallow dish, mix together panko bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper.
• In another shallow dish, whisk one egg.
• Dip one chicken breast into the egg, then into the bread crumb mixture. Ensure chicken breast is fully coated in the crumb mixture and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pieces of chicken.
• Place the baking sheet in the oven on the second from the top rack. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
• Flip chicken, pour 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Place back in the oven.
• Turn on the broiler. Broil for 2-4 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and edges of chicken are browning.
• Garnish with minced parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes.

If you don't have a meat pounder or a rolling pin, you can use the bottom of a heavy pan or skillet to pound the chicken.

To make the chicken extra crispy, you can spray it with cooking spray or drizzle with a little bit of olive oil before baking.

This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on your needs.

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