Authentic Chicken Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

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A crispy, cheesy Italian classic with breaded chicken, marinara, and melted mozzarella. This Italian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken breast, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 550 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, 6 oz each chicken breast
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup, grated parmesan cheese
2, beaten eggs
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves, minced garlic

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season 4 chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup grated parmesan.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Place chicken in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a baking dish and top with 1 cup shredded mozzarella.
Step 4: Pour 1 cup marinara sauce over the chicken, spread evenly, and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.