EASY Baked Chicken Parmesan - I Heart Naptime (2024)

Oven baked chicken parmesan is a quick and easy take on the classic recipe. It’s crispy on the outside and topped with fresh mozzarella and basil. Your whole family will it!

A few of other Italian recipe favorites are spaghetti and meatballs, baked ziti, and chicken florentine.

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Oven Baked, Not Fried

Chicken parmesan is one of those classic and delicious Italian dishes that you can’t go wrong with, it’s my husband’s all-time favorite meal. It’s super crispy, flavorful, and delicious…no wonder it’s so popular!

I’ve made quite a few versions, including chicken parm meatballs, and this baked chicken parmesan is still our favorite. It’s healthier and easier than frying it in butter. If your family prefers plain chicken, check out my baked chicken breast recipe or this ranch chicken recipe.

Ingredients

This is the best chicken parmesan and is so simple to make! Take your chicken Parmigiana to the next level. With a few staple ingredients you have ready in your pantry and refrigerator, you can make this easy chicken parmesan any night of the week!

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• Chicken breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breast work best. I use 3 breasts and then slice each in half to create 6 fillets.
• Eggs: The whisked eggs are essentially the ‘glue’ that helps the bread crumb mixture stick to the chicken.
• Bread crumbs: You can use either panko bread crumbs or Italian bread crumbs. If I have homemade breadcrumbs, I add those for unique flavor.
• Cheese: There are 2 types of cheese used. First I used 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese to include in the bread crumb coating. Then I used fresh sliced mozzarella to add on top of the marinara at the end.
• Marinara:Both marinara sauce and spaghetti sauce work great in this recipe. Feel free to use store-bought or homemade.
• Spices: Garlic powder, salt, and pepper are used to season this easy chicken parm.

How to Make Baked Chicken Parmesan

Crispy chicken parmesan is a thin, tender chicken breast that is a classic Italian dish. It takes a few steps to prepare the chicken but cooks quickly. This oven-baked chicken parmesan is a family favorite!

1. Slice and tenderize the chicken. Cut chicken in half horizontally to create 6 fillets. Then place the fillets in a zip-top bag and flatten them with a meat tenderizer.
2. Coat with breadcrumb mixture. Whisk eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper. Then place bread crumbs, parmesan, and garlic powder in a separate shallow dish. Dip each fillet in egg, then place in bread crumbs and cover completely.
3. Bake in the oven. Add fillets to a baking sheet and bake at 415° until the meat is no longer pink in middle, about 20-25 minutes. Flip halfway through.
4. Top with sauce and cheese. Remove from oven and spoon 1/4 cup marinara over top. Then place the mozzarella slice on top of the sauce. Place back in the oven and bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. Broil last minute if desired.
5. Add toppings and serve! Top with fresh basil or oregano and serve with pasta if desired.

Serving Suggestions

Make this a complete meal with noodles, vegetables, salad, and bread! It is a simple combination and perfect to make together. This is a great combination of all your favorite Italian food on one plate!

• Serve over cooked pasta such as angel hair or spaghetti
• Over spaghetti squash for a low-carb option
• With a big chopped salad
• With veggies like green beans, roasted asparagus, or broccoli
• Alongside garlic bread or breadsticks

Storing and Reheating

If you are lucky enough to have leftovers, this chicken parmesan is a favorite even the next day. Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for two to three days long. When ready to reheat, place in the microwave, air fryer, or oven to warm up. Enjoy while it is warm!

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