Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flatten chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumb mixture.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven, spoon marinara sauce over each piece, and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for best flavor.
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg