Crispy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

The best easy chicken recipe you’ll ever try! This chicken parmesan is made with a flavorful crispy coating and baked with homemade marinara sauce and plenty of cheese before served over spaghetti or zucchini noodles.

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Chicken Parmesan (also called Chicken Parmigiana) is one of the most popular and most loved oven baked chicken recipes out there. I'm sure it will become one of your family's favorites.

This recipe calls for a marinara sauce - I've used my homemade version of it, and it is so good, you need to try it out! Honestly, so fresh and flavorful! Simply make it ahead and keep it in the refrigerator or freeze for few months.

Usually, I'm not a fan of chicken breast, because it usually requires more skill to make it really juicy and tender. BUT this recipe is 100% foolproof and will guarantee the chicken to be moist, tender, and flavorful. Simply delicious!

On a side note, this chicken recipe does require more steps, but it’s totally worth it.

This chicken tastes better than in your favorite restaurant, no joking!

There is a skip-to-recipe button in the top left corner along with a clickable table of contents list (just below) that will quickly take you to the part you are more interested in. Enjoy!

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• Tips to make the best chicken parmesan
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• How to make Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan
• Crispy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Over time I've shared delicious one-pot meals such as Ham And Potato Casserole, classic old fashioned Hamburger Casserole, and kid-friendly Gluten Free Eggplant Parmesan which is a delicious cheesy veggie version of this chicken parmesan recipe.

Tips to make the best chicken parmesan

• Use nonstick pan when frying the chicken.

• Breadcrumbs - try to use small breadcrumbs and not large as this will ensure they will stick to the chicken as they should. Panko or these flavored breadcrumbs are perfect choice!

• Marinara sauce - make my homemade marinara sauce and you can also double the amount if you like more sauce with your meal.

What ingredient's you need for Crispy Chicken Parmesan

For The Chicken

• chicken breasts
• gluten free flour or any other type
• black ground pepper
• salt
• eggs
• marinara sauce
• mozzarella & parmesan mix, grated or shredded (or simply just mozzarella)
• basil
• grapeseed oil

For The Crispy Crust

• panko breadcrumbs (gluten free if desired)
• italian spices (if using already flavored breadcrumbs skip this)
• parmesan
• garlic powder (or onion)

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How to make Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan

1. Make my homemade marinara sauce and set aside. You can also make this ahead of time as it can stay in the fridge for up to 3 days, alternatively, you can freeze it as well which makes a perfect meal prep.

2.Cut the chicken breasts in half widthwise to make 4 thin breasts.

3.Place them on the wooden board covered with plastic wrap and pound on both sides. Season with salt and pepper (both sides).

4.Prepare 3 small bowls: flour mixed with garlic powder, whisked eggs mixture, breadcrumbs, cheese and italian spices. 

5.Coat the chicken in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs.

6.Heat up the skillet with oil, add chicken and fry on high heat for 3 minutes on both sides. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

7.Preheat oven to 420°F (215°C).

8.Take a baking dish and add a layer of marinara sauce. Place the fried chicken breasts on top. If they don’t fit side by side, gently overlap them. Pour another layer of the marinara over the chicken.

9.Finally, sprinkle the chicken with grated mozzarella cheese. If you have parmesan you can mix it together with mozzarella cheese. 

10.Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese melted and sauce bubbly.

11.Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped basil.

Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, spaghetti or for a lighter version with fresh salad or zucchini noodles.

This recipe makes 4 portions.

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