Baked Chicken Parma with Parmesan and Tomato Relish

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An Aussie favorite: crispy baked chicken topped with rich Parmesan and a tangy homemade tomato relish. This australian-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs plain flour, large, beaten eggs, fresh breadcrumbs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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: 20 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Prepare a breading station: place 1/2 cup plain flour in one bowl, 2 beaten eggs in another, and mix 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese in a third.
  2. Step 2: Season 4 pounded chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Dredge each breast first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in eggs, and finally coat in breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently.
  3. Step 3: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 2 minutes per side until golden but not fully cooked.
  4. Step 4: Remove skillet from heat. Spoon 1 cup tomato relish evenly over chicken breasts, then top with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal) and cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Chicken Parma with Parmesan and Tomato Relish take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Chicken Parma with Parmesan and Tomato Relish?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep plain flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Chicken Parma with Parmesan and Tomato Relish?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Chicken Parma with Parmesan and Tomato Relish for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Chicken Parma with Parmesan and Tomato Relish?

Australian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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