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Baked Parmesan crusted chicken served over spaghetti and marinara sauce.

Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Erin Indahl-Fink
Looking for a healthier Parmesan crusted chicken recipe? This baked Parmesan crusted chicken is a great alternative to fried, as it stays crispy and tastes just as amazing!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner/Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 317 kcal

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan These USA Stainless Steel sheet pans are fantastic for everything from one-pan meals to cookie baking!
  • Wire Rack for Sheet Pan This wire rack fits perfectly into your sheet pan. Great for keeping your chicken crisp on all sides.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs. chicken breast cutlets boneless, skinless (thin sliced chicken breasts)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated

For Topping and Serving:

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees, and arrange rack in oven to be near to top, around 6" from broiler . Fit a baking rack on to a rimmed baking sheet and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set prepared pan aside.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour and garlic salt. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. In third bowl, stir together the panko and Parmesan cheese.
  • Dip each chicken cutlet, first into the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the egg mixture and third, coat with the panko crumbs. Place onto the prepared pan. Repeat the process for each chicken cutlet.
  • Roast the chicken at 450 degrees for 14-16 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven, and top each chicken cutlet with 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce. Then add two tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese to each cutlet. Bake topped chicken for another 3-4 minutes or until cheese becomes melted.
  • Top with parsley, if desired. Serve over pasta and additional marinara sauce.

Notes

This chicken is best served the same day. For leftovers, store in an airtight container. Will keep for up to 5 days refrigerated.
Reheat leftovers in a toaster oven or air fryer until exterior is crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 645mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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