Quick and Easy Chicken Parmesan
Transform your weeknight dinners with this quick and easy chicken Parmesan recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Juicy, tender chicken breasts are coated in a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb crust, pan-seared to golden perfection, and smothered in marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella cheese. This oven-baked classic offers a restaurant-quality experience right in your own kitchen, complete with a comforting Italian flavor profile. Serve it solo or paired with al dente spaghetti for a satisfying meal. With minimal prep, simple ingredients, and an optional fresh basil garnish for a burst of color and aroma, this dish is a delicious, family-friendly favorite you'll want to make again and again. Perfect for busy weeknights or a quick weekend indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 0.75 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
- 8 ounces Spaghetti (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish, beat the eggs in the second dish, and combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in the third dish.
Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, coating evenly. Then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to adhere the breadcrumbs to the chicken.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the skillet. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
If desired, cook the spaghetti according to package directions while the chicken bakes. Drain and set aside.
Garnish the chicken Parmesan with fresh basil leaves, if using, and serve hot. Optionally, serve alongside cooked spaghetti for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.4 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 748 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 3621 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.0 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 182.3 g | 365% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1045 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1361 mg | 29% | |
*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.
