Herb-Crusted Chicken Parmesan with Tomato Basil Sauce

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A comforting baked dish with crispy chicken, melted cheese, and a fresh tomato basil sauce. This Italian-American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 560 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: 35 min Serves 4 Italian-American cuisine 560 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a shallow bowl, mix 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil.
  2. Step 2: Dredge 4 chicken breasts in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Step 4: Top baked chicken with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve with the tomato basil sauce spooned over the top.

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