Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan You’ll Crave
If you’re craving a quick, delicious dinner that everyone will love, look no further than the Incredible 20-Minute Baked Chicken Parmesan. This family-friendly dish features crispy chicken breasts topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey cheese—all ready in just 40 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe ensures a flavor-packed meal without hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into beaten egg and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sear chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce on top, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (180g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg