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Golden brown breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and melted cheese

Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx. 8oz each)
  • 4 oz low -moisture mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch sticks
  • 0.5 cup all -purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs , whisked
  • 1.5 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chiffonade

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius).
  • Using a paring knife, butterfly each chicken breast or cut a deep pocket into the thickest side, being careful not to cut through the opposite side.
  • Insert 1 ounce of mozzarella cheese into each pocket and secure the opening with 2-3 toothpicks.
  • In a shallow dish, combine flour with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Prepare a second dish with whisked eggs and a third dish with breadcrumbs mixed with 0.25 cup of grated parmesan.
  • Dredge each stuffed breast in the flour, dip into the egg wash, and press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to ensure an even coating.
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until the breading is golden brown.
  • Spread marinara sauce over the top of each chicken breast and sprinkle with the remaining 0.25 cup of parmesan cheese.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  • Remove toothpicks and garnish with fresh basil before serving.