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Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe Easy Golden Herb Crust

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A quick and easy oven-baked chicken parmesan with a crispy golden herb crust that stays juicy inside and delivers classic comfort food flavor without frying.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each), pounded to even thickness
  • 1 ½ cups (150 grams) panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups (350 ml) marinara sauce
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 170 grams)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top if available.
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to about ½ inch (1.3 cm) thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  3. Prepare dredging stations: place flour in the first shallow bowl, beaten eggs in the second, and combine panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper in the third bowl.
  4. Lightly dust each chicken breast with flour, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten eggs, letting excess drip off.
  5. Press chicken into the panko mixture, ensuring a thick, even coating.
  6. Drizzle olive oil over the coated chicken or toss in a small bowl with olive oil to promote a golden crust.
  7. Arrange chicken on the wire rack over the baking sheet (or directly on parchment if no rack). Bake for 18-20 minutes until crust is crisp and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through.
  8. Remove from oven, spoon marinara sauce evenly over each piece, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
  9. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for a golden, bubbly cheese finish, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  11. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices and let cheese set slightly.

Notes

For gluten-free, swap panko and all-purpose flour for gluten-free breadcrumbs and almond or rice flour. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cheese blend and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan. Use a wire rack for even crisping. Tossing breaded chicken with olive oil is key for browning. Let chicken rest after baking to keep juices locked in. Flipping halfway through baking ensures even browning.

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