Oven-Baked Chicken Parmigiana with Basil and Mozzarella

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

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Juicy breaded chicken breasts baked with a rich tomato sauce, fresh basil, and melted mozzarella for a comforting Italian classic. This Italian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, all-purpose flour, eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving is portion-balanced 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tbsp olive oil
2 cups tomato sauce
8 oz sliced fresh mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Set up a dredging station with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in one bowl, 2 beaten large eggs in another, and a mixture of 1 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese in a third.
Step 3: Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
Step 4: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Step 5: Pour 2 cups tomato sauce evenly over the chicken and layer 8 oz sliced fresh mozzarella on top.
Step 6: Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves over the top before serving.