Dorm Room Chicken Parmesan
Transform your tiny kitchen into an Italian bistro with this quick and budget-friendly Dorm Room Chicken Parmesan recipe! Perfectly designed for students or anyone short on time and resources, this dish combines crispy frozen breaded chicken patties, ooey-gooey melted mozzarella, and tangy marinara sauce—all effortlessly prepared in a microwave. Paired with easy microwaveable pasta, this comforting classic is ready in just 15 minutes and delivers restaurant-style flavor without the fuss. With just a few pantry staples and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning, you can enjoy a hearty, cheesy meal that tastes like home, even in a dorm room.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Frozen breaded chicken patties
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 pack Microwaveable spaghetti or instant pasta
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the frozen breaded chicken patties on a microwave-safe plate and cook them according to the package instructions until heated through, usually about 2-3 minutes per patty.
While the chicken cooks, prepare your marinara sauce. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the marinara sauce, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap (leaving a small vent) and microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Once the chicken patties are cooked, spoon a generous amount of the warmed marinara sauce on top of each patty, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauced chicken patties. Then, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Return the cheese-topped chicken patties to the microwave and heat in 30-second intervals until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and slightly golden. This should take about 1-2 minutes, depending on your microwave.
While the chicken is finishing, prepare your microwaveable spaghetti or instant pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, transfer it to a plate or bowl.
Serve the chicken parmesan patties on top of the pasta, or alongside it. Garnish with any leftover Parmesan cheese or Italian seasoning if desired.
Enjoy your homemade dorm room Chicken Parmesan with minimal effort and maximum taste!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.1 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 3425 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1015 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 557 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
