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Plated baked chicken parmesan with marinara sauce and fresh basil garnish.
Alyssa

Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe

The best baked Chicken Parmesan recipe, made lighter by skipping the frying! These oven-baked, breaded chicken cutlets are incredibly moist, flavorful, and perfect for a healthier twist on a classic favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 248
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz each, sliced in half lengthwise to make 8)
  • 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (such as 4C, you can also use GF crumbs)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or Romano cheese)
  • 2 tbsp butter (melted, or olive oil)
  • 3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese (I like Polly-o)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • cooking spray
  • basil (optional for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray a large baking sheet lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Melt the butter in another bowl. Lightly brush the butter onto the chicken, then dip into breadcrumb mixture. Place on baking sheet and repeat with the remaining chicken.
  3. Lightly spray a little more oil on top and bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
  4. Remove from oven, spoon 1 tablespoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken and top each with 1 1/2 tbsp of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.