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Ultimate Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan

A close-up of a crispy, breaded chicken parmesan recipe cutlet topped with melted mozzarella and marinara sauce.
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Follow this easy recipe to make crispy, cheesy chicken parmesan baked in the oven, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. Place flour in the first dish. Whisk eggs in the second dish. In the third dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press the cutlet firmly into the panko mixture to coat both sides completely.
  4. Lightly spray both sides of the breaded cutlets with olive oil spray or brush with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the cutlets on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven. Spoon about 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each cutlet. Top generously with mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
  8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Serve immediately over pasta if desired.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can lightly toast the panko mixture in a dry pan for 3 minutes before breading the chicken.
  • Use high-quality marinara sauce for the best flavor.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half of the panko with crushed plain cornflakes.

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