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Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan

A delicious baked chicken parmesan with crispy coating and melty cheese, served with marinara sauce.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 piece boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.75 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 0.75 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 can cooking spray
  • basil or parsley optional for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F. Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish. Melt butter and brush it onto each chicken breast. Dip the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coating.
  • Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the top with cooking spray.
  • Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from oven, spoon marinara sauce over each piece, and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with basil or parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

A classic Italian-American dish made healthier by baking instead of frying.