Craving a comforting, classic Italian dish without the hassle? This Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe has you covered!
With crispy, golden-breaded chicken, topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, it’s a flavorful meal that the whole family will love.
Best of all, it’s baked to perfection, making it a lighter and simpler alternative to the traditional fried version.
Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal, this recipe brings restaurant-quality taste to your kitchen with minimal effort!
Ingredients for Chicken Parmesan (4 servings):
1 1/2 lbs (2 large) chicken breаsts cut in half for 4 cutlets
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper, or to taste
2 large eggs beaten until frothy
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
2 Tbsp extra light olive oil to sauté or as needed
24 oz marinara sauce
4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 cup shredded)
Easy Homemade Marinara Sauce (3 cups):
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 medium yellow onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
28 oz crushed tomatoes: https://amzn.to/2Pz1Kkr
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp basil or parsley, finely minced
