Cozy Chicken Parmesan Bake
A comforting and delicious Chicken Parmesan Bake that combines crispy chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese for a heartwarming meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 large Eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Breadcrumbs
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Olive Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry and seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set up your breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan.
- Bread the chicken by coating it in flour, then dipping in eggs, and finally pressing into the breadcrumb mixture.
- Sear the breaded chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Layer a thin layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish, then arrange the seared chicken breasts on top.
- Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top of each chicken breast.
- Bake covered with foil for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes for a crispy finish.
Notes
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve with a salad or over pasta. You can also experiment with different cheese blends or add vegetables for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Bake, Italian, Comfort Food, Family Meal