Description
A classic dish featuring crispy chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place the cooked chicken in a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking. You can use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg