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Easy Chicken Parmigiana baked with crispy coating and rich tomato sauce.

Easy Chicken Parmigiana Crispy Baked Italian

A cozy, comforting chicken parmigiana that's baked for a crispy texture without the fuss of frying. Perfect for weeknights or impromptu gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients
  • 2-4 pieces chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets or pounded thin Use thin cutlets for even cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
Breading Ingredients
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 pieces eggs, beaten
  • 1-2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs or panko Panko is recommended for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Can add garlic powder for more flavor.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Use sparingly to keep coating crispy.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Melted on top for delicious gooeyness.
  • as needed spray olive oil or a drizzle of oil For lightly coating the chicken.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil, lightly spraying it with oil.
  2. If your chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half horizontally or pound them to an even thickness.
  3. Set up your breading station: bowl one with flour, salt, and pepper; bowl two with beaten eggs; bowl three with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
Breading
  1. Dip the chicken cutlets in the flour, then the egg, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture firmly.
  2. Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Spray the tops of the chicken lightly with oil. Bake for about 15 minutes.
  2. Flip the chicken and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Topping
  1. Once baked, remove from the oven and gently spoon a small amount of marinara on each piece.
  2. Top with mozzarella cheese and return to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Allow the dish to rest for a couple of minutes before serving to let the cheese settle.

Notes

For best results, dry the chicken well with paper towels before breading. Broil at the end for extra browning, and reheat in the oven or air fryer for crunchier leftovers.