Super Easy Chicken Parmesan
Bring the taste of classic Italian comfort food to your table with this Super Easy Chicken Parmesan recipe, a foolproof family favorite that’s ready in just 40 minutes! Juicy, golden-breaded chicken breasts are coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, smothered with marinara sauce, and topped with ooey-gooey melted mozzarella for the ultimate cheesy indulgence. With minimal prep time and the option to pair it with spaghetti, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. The recipe features simple pantry staples like breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and olive oil, while fresh basil adds a burst of aromatic flavor to the finished dish. Whether baked in an oven-safe skillet or served alongside pasta, this quick Chicken Parmesan is as effortless as it is unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 5 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional)
- 8 ounces spaghetti (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch) and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Set up a breading station: Place the flour in a shallow dish, beat the eggs in a second dish, and mix the breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese in a third dish.
Coat each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, letting the excess drip off, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, pressing to adhere.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken breasts in the skillet. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Move the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Optional: While the chicken is baking, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Remove the skillet from the oven and garnish the Chicken Parmesan with fresh basil leaves, if using.
Serve hot with a side of spaghetti (if desired) and enjoy your Super Easy Chicken Parmesan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.1 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2823 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 166.3 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1302 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% | |
*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.
