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Golden brown baked chicken parmesan topped with melted mozzarella and fresh basil in a baking dish.

Baked Chicken Parmesan

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 4 thin cutlets
  • 0.5 cup all -purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs , beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Establish a breading station with three bowls: flour seasoned with salt and pepper; beaten eggs; and a mixture of Panko, Parmesan, oregano, and garlic powder.
  • Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip into the egg wash, then press firmly into the Panko mixture to ensure full coverage.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken cutlets for 2 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked.
  • Transfer seared cutlets to the baking dish in a single layer.
  • Spoon 0.25 cups of marinara sauce over each cutlet and top evenly with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.