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Ultimate Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe

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Make restaurant-quality, crispy, cheesy Chicken Parmesan at home without frying. This easy, baked recipe delivers juicy chicken cutlets with a perfect golden crust, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 oz each
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Pound them to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This helps them cook evenly and stay juicy.
  3. Set up your breading station using three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish. Whisk the eggs in the second dish. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it completely into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Finally, press the cutlet firmly into the Panko mixture, coating both sides completely. Press the breading on to help it adhere.
  5. Place the breaded cutlets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the tops lightly with olive oil.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the top of each cutlet. Top generously with the mozzarella cheese.
  8. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden, and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with extra grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or with a side salad.

Notes

  • For the crispiest crust, make sure your Panko mixture is packed tightly onto the chicken before baking.
  • Use high-quality marinara sauce; since it is a main flavor component, a good sauce makes a big difference.
  • If you prefer a slightly browner cheese topping, switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

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