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Crispy Baked Italian Chicken Parmesan

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A comforting and delicious dish featuring crispy baked chicken breasts coated in breadcrumbs, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2-inch thick.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and oregano.
  5. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown but not fully cooked through.
  7. Pour marinara sauce over the chicken breasts in the skillet. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.

Notes

For a crispier finish, consider broiling the dish for a few minutes at the end of baking. Let the chicken rest after baking to retain juices.

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