Baked Chicken Parmesan

Updated at: Sat, 29 Jun 2024 23:37:54 GMT

Step 1

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with cooking spray.

Step 2

Prepare the Chicken: If the chicken breasts are thick, you may want to pound them to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg.

Step 3

Prepare the Breading Mixture: In another shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Bread the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast in the egg, ensuring it is well coated.Then, dredge the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the breadcrumbs to the chicken.

Step 5

Bake the Chicken: Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.Lightly spray the tops of the chicken breasts with cooking spray to help them brown. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Add the Sauce and Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven.Spoon about 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each chicken breast.Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.

Step 7

Melt the Cheese: Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as a side salad, steamed vegetables, or whole-grain pasta.

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