Chicken breasts are coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked in tangy marinara, then topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients for Chicken Parmesan
Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or cutlets in this recipe. Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thick so they cook evenly. Breading: Panko breadcrumbs add crunch, while seasoned breadcrumbs add flavor and create an even coating. If using unseasoned breadcrumbs, add some salt and Italian seasoning. Tomato Sauce: I use marinara sauce as it’s already seasoned keeping this chicken parm recipe easy to make. Cheese: Loads of mozzarella and tangy Parmesan give this dish its restaurant-quality flavor.
Variations
If time allows, make a homemade marinara sauce. Change it up with a spicy arrabbiata sauce. Garnish with fresh Italian herbs like basil and parsley for serving.
How to Make Chicken Parmesan
This baked Chicken Parmesan recipe is a fast and flavorful weeknight meal. Garnish with fresh basil and serve over spaghetti or pasta.
Storing Chicken Parmesan
Keep leftover chicken parmesan in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat in the microwave or oven. Sprinkle on a little parmesan cheese and pop under the broiler to re-crisp the topping. Portions can be frozen in zippered bags for up to one month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. The chicken won’t have the same crisp texture once frozen. Chicken parmesan makes excellent next-day sandwiches or sliced and placed on top of a bed of greens for an energizing workday lunch!
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