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Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe: Crispy, Cheesy, and Quick

Close-up of a thick slice showing the moist interior of the chicken parmesan recipe, topped with marinara and melted mozzarella.
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Make restaurant-style Chicken Parmesan at home with this easy, baked recipe. You get crispy chicken cutlets, rich marinara sauce, and perfectly melted mozzarella cheese without the frying mess. This is a reliable comfort food dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, for brushing
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish. Whisk the eggs in the second dish. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Season the flour and egg mixtures lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Take one pounded chicken cutlet and dredge it completely in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip the floured cutlet into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press the cutlet firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly. Repeat with the remaining cutlets.
  4. Place the breaded cutlets on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops of the chicken with olive oil to help them crisp up during baking.
  5. Bake the chicken for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is almost cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
  6. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the top of each chicken cutlet. Top generously with the mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese.
  7. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  8. Remove from the oven. Let the cheesy chicken parmesan rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately, perhaps over spaghetti or with a side salad.

Notes

  • For an extra crispy crust, you can lightly spray the breaded tops with cooking spray before the first bake.
  • Use high-quality marinara sauce; since it is a main flavor component, a good sauce makes a big difference.
  • If you prefer a quicker cooking time, you can lightly pan-fry the breaded cutlets in a skillet with a little oil for 2 minutes per side before topping with sauce and cheese and finishing in the oven.

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