Easterns Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan
A crispy, cheesy Italian-inspired dish with tender chicken coated in breadcrumbs and melted mozzarella. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs chicken breasts, breaded chicken, parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup breaded chicken
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix breaded chicken with 1/4 cup parmesan. Place chicken on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 25 minutes until golden.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, sauté garlic in a skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Add tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in remaining parmesan and fresh basil.
- Step 4: Top baked chicken with tomato sauce mixture and mozzarella. Broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts and browns.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Easterns Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Easterns Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan?
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 chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Easterns Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan?
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 Easterns Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan 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 Easterns Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan?
Italian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
I've tried many chicken recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
