Description
A quick and easy baked chicken parmesan recipe that uses a wire rack and pounded chicken breasts to achieve a crispy, cheesy result in just 30 minutes without deep frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs / 680g), boneless and skinless
- 0.5 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, whisked with a pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 cup (80g) panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup (50g) grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp (15g) Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups (360ml) marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups (170g) shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Place between plastic wrap or in a bag and pound to 0.5 inch thickness. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with a mixture of panko, parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg wash, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly. Place on the wire rack.
- Brush the tops of the chicken generously with vegetable oil.
- Bake for 10 minutes to set the crust.
- Remove from oven. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce over each piece, then top with shredded mozzarella.
- Return to oven and bake for another 5-8 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pounding the chicken to 0.5 inch thickness is crucial for even cooking and speed. Using a wire rack ensures the bottom stays crispy. Do not overload with sauce to prevent sogginess. For extra browning, broil for the last 1-2 minutes. Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken w
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
Keywords: chicken parmesan, baked chicken, easy dinner, 30 minute meals, weeknight dinner, keto friendly, gluten free option