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Easy Chicken Parmesan

Easy Chicken Parmesan is a comforting and delicious dish that combines crispy, breaded chicken breasts with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is simple yet impressive, allowing even novice cooks to feel like chefs. With its golden-brown crust and savory flavors, Easy Chicken Parmesan is sure to become a household favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned breadcrumbs.
  3. Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
  4. Place the coated chicken in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Remove from oven, spoon marinara sauce over each piece, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast (170g)Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 890mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

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