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Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan

This Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan is a healthier twist on a classic Italian dish, featuring breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, all baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup bread crumbs preferably seasoned
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce and Topping
  • 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
Coat the Chicken
  1. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
  2. Then, coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Bake the Chicken
  1. Place the breaded chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
Add Sauce and Cheese
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each piece.
  2. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
  3. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
  1. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
  2. Serve hot with pasta or a side salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in Italian seasoning for 30 minutes before breading. You can also use whole wheat bread crumbs for a healthier option.

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