Description
Golden-crisp chicken breasts, coated in panko and Parmesan, topped with marinara and melted mozzarella. A quick, flavorful Italian-American classic ready in 40 minutes with no deep-frying required.
Ingredients
4 (6 oz) chicken breasts
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F
Line baking sheet with parchment paper
In shallow dish, mix panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder
Whisk egg in separate dish
Pat chicken dry, dip in egg, then press into breading mixture
Place chicken on prepared sheet
Bake 15 minutes until golden
Spoon 1 cup marinara over each piece, then top with 1/2 cup mozzarella
Return to oven 8-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and browned
Rest 5 minutes before serving
Garnish with fresh parsley
Notes
Chicken tenders can replace breasts
Replace panko with plain bread crumbs if needed
Fresh Parmesan rinds add extra crisp
Use provolone or mozzarella blend for cheese
Parchment paper ensures non-greasy results
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg