Baked Chicken Parmesan

By Tracy

4 Person

40 Minutes

241 Calories

The tastiest baked chicken parmesan recipe that is easy to prep on a weeknight! Crispy, cheesy, but lighter. This baked chicken parmesan recipe! With crispy panko breadcrumbs and a healthy dose of cheese, this chicken parm recipe is loved by kids and grown-ups alike! You can serve over zucchini noodles with extra marinara sauce.

Ingredients

fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (freshly shredded)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 egg beaten
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 pound large chicken breasts

Method

01

Cut chicken breasts horizontally so you end up with flat, wide pieces. Heat oven to 375°F.
02

Into three separate bowls add:1.flour, 2.egg,3. panko, parmesan cheese, oregano, and salt.
03

Using tongs, dredge the chicken in the flour mixture until coated. Shake off excess. Dip chicken in egg mixture until thoroughly coated.
04

Finally, coat the chicken on both sides in the panko/parmesan cheese mixture.
05

Place each coated chicken breast on a baking sheet, then bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
06

Top with marinara, then mozzarella cheese and return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted. Serve with fresh basil.