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Quick & Easy Chicken Parmesan Bake: A Delicious 20-Minute One-Skillet Recipe

This Quick & Easy Chicken Parmesan Bake transforms simple chicken breasts into a cheesy, comforting masterpiece in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-skillet recipe delivers maximum Italian-American flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each chicken breast first in the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in your skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Pour marinara sauce around the chicken (not directly on top), then sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for consistent cooking; Don't skip the skillet browning step for crispy coating; Use sauce around chicken to keep breading crisp; Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving for juicier results