- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly chopped basil
Parmesan Chicken Bake – Easy Crispy Cheesy Dinner
Equipment
Method
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Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Gently pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin to ¼-inch thickness for even cooking and juicy results.
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Prepare three shallow bowls: Bowl 1 with flour, Bowl 2 with whisked eggs and milk, and Bowl 3 with panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into panko-Parmesan mixture until fully coated.
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Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Cook chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a baking dish.
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Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each chicken breast. Sprinkle mozzarella and extra Parmesan on top.
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Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
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Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
For extra crunch, toast the panko breadcrumbs lightly in a skillet before breading the chicken. Pair with spaghetti, garlic bread, or a fresh green salad. Leftovers reheat beautifully in the oven.
