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Easy Chicken Parmesan

Crispy baked chicken topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella for a quick, family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Shallow Dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Oven mitts

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 full breasts, sliced lengthwise into 4–6 oz pieces
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs can reduce to 1/2 cup to lower the carbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup pasta sauce any flavor
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • pasta for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Slice each chicken breast lengthwise so you have 4–6 ounce pieces (about 2–4 pieces total depending on breast size).
  • Combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan in a shallow dish and stir to mix evenly.
  • Coat each chicken piece thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere, and place the pieces in the prepared baking pan in a single layer.
  • Bake the chicken uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the coating is golden and the chicken is mostly cooked through.
  • Remove the pan from the oven, spoon about 1 cup of pasta sauce evenly over the chicken pieces, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella on top.
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake an additional 5–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature.
  • Serve the chicken over cooked pasta if desired, or alongside a salad for a lower-carb option.

Notes

  • Slice chicken to even thickness so pieces cook uniformly.
  • Use remaining sauce for serving if you like a saucier dish.
  • For lower carbs, serve without pasta and reduce breadcrumbs to 1/2 cup.