Baked Chicken Parmesan
A comforting dish featuring crispy breadcrumb-coated chicken with marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for midweek dinners.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for drizzling Olive oil To enhance crispiness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture evenly.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
Baking
- Bake the chicken for approximately 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For storing leftovers, place in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Consider garnishing with fresh basil before serving.