Baked Chicken Parmesan

My son is a football player (soccer to those in the UK), and this is his favourite meal the night before a match. It is perfectly served on a generous bed of spaghetti in tomato sauce. Without question, it’s a winning meal each time!

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Crispy panko coating, melty mozzarella, and a rich tomato sauce… what more could you ask for? This baked chicken parmesan is one of those recipes that makes everyone smile, and it’s surprisingly easy to prep.

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Baked Chicken Parmesan

Golden, cheesy, and baked to perfection, this Chicken Parmesan is a pre-game tradition in our house. Layer it over a big bowl of spaghetti and you’ve got comfort food that’s worthy of a victory lap.

Servings 4 people

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Equipment

• Mixing Glass Bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Joseph Joseph Chopping Boards
• Enamel Sheet Pan
• Cooking Tongs
• Baking Sheet Pan

Ingredients

• 4 boneless chicken breasts with the skin removed
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• 2 extra-large eggs
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large jar marinara sauce approx. 24 oz / 680 g
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• Fresh basil to garnish

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400°F / 200°C.
• Mix together the grated parmesan, breadcrumbs, onion powder and Italian seasoning. In a separate bowl mix together the buttermilk and eggs.
  
• Pat the chicken breasts dry then season with salt and pepper.
• Take each chicken breast and dip into the egg and buttermilk mixture then coat in the breadcrumbs mixture then lay onto a baking sheet.
  
• Bake for around 20-25 minutes until the breadcrumbs golden.
  
• Remove from the oven and pour the marinara sauce around the chicken and down the center then top with the shredded mozzarella.
  
• Place back into the over for another 10-15 minutes until completely cooked through and the mozzarella has melted.
  
• Serve with a generous portion of spaghetti and fresh basil.
  

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian-American

Keyword: family favorite, pre-game meal, Weeknight dinner

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