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Quick Baked Chicken Parmesan

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A delicious and easy Italian dish, Quick Baked Chicken Parmesan features tender chicken breasts, crispy breadcrumbs, and rich marinara sauce topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 oz spaghetti
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Chopped parsley (for garnish)
  • Olive oil spray

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Pound the chicken to an even thickness.
  2. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in the beaten egg, then coat with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken on a baking sheet, spray lightly with olive oil, and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Spoon marinara sauce over the chicken, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Serving
  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions and drain.
  2. Serve the chicken over a bed of spaghetti, spoon extra marinara sauce on top, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, use the microwave or oven until heated through. For freezing, wrap tightly and it will keep for about 2 months. For extra flavor, add Italian herbs like oregano or basil to the breadcrumb mixture.
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