Description
This Amazing 4-Ingredient Chicken Parmesan Bliss is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring juicy, breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe combines searing and baking techniques to achieve a crispy outside and tender, cheesy inside, served best with spaghetti or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Breading
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cooking and Topping
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ cups marinara sauce
- 1½ cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- â…“ cup grated parmesan cheese
Serving
- Cooked spaghetti or crusty bread
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Season Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels then season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
- Prepare Breading Stations: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and minced garlic to create an egg wash. In a separate bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the Italian seasoning.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken breast first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then thoroughly coat in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs well.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the breaded chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake with Sauce and Cheese: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each piece, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3 minutes. Serve hot alongside cooked spaghetti or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Using panko breadcrumbs gives a crispier coating compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- If you prefer, substitute Italian seasoning with a mix of dried oregano, basil, and parsley.
- Make sure the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F to ensure it is fully cooked.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
