As I’ve mentioned in the past, I’m always trying to work more chicken dishes into my recipe repertoire. Chicken Parmesan is one that I’ve made several times, and I’ve finally perfected it enough to share it with you all. It’s one of my favorites!
Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3/4 cup bread crumbs I use Panko
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese powdered or freshly grated
- 3/4 tsp basil dried or fresh
- 3/4 tsp parsley dried or fresh
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika I use smoked paprika
- 1 egg
- 1/2 jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese powdered or freshly grated
Instructions
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Grab two bowls. In the first: mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, garlic powder, and paprika. In the second bowl, beat the egg.
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Prepare the baking dish by coating it with oil. Cut the chicken breasts in half so you have four thin, even fillets.
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Coat each chicken breast with egg, and then coat it with the bread crumb mixture.
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Place chicken breasts in baking dish, and bake at 375F for 12 minutes per side. Using a spoon, cover chicken breasts with spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
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Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked (time will depend on thickness of chicken breasts). Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165.
That looks delicious! Mr Handsome must love to eat your meals! (He does not have to smile as he forces down burnt rice and boiled pork chops!)
Just curious do you create meal plans? So you both know ahead what is for supper?
Lol! I meal plan most weeks, usually on Sunday or Monday before going to the store. It takes a little bit of time and forethought, but it makes the week a lot less stressful to have a plan.
Ellie
I don't fully plan in advance because I never know what meat I can find at the store, or what the use-by dates will be. I only go shopping once a week. I buy the meats with the longest use-by dates I can find, and keep a list on the front of the fridge of when each cut expires. Then dinner each night starts with whatever package of meat needs to be used up next.
That's a great way to do it!
Ellie
Hi Ellie, never made this, but will be making it this week. Sounds good and looks good…Jane
Let me know what you think of it, Jane!
Ellie
I thought you made your own spaghetti sauce?
I do for lots of recipes, but since this is a quick recipe for busy days, I often just use store-bought.
Ellie
We can't take the high sodium of commercial brands. Even sodium from the cheeses would be a problem.
This recipe sounds so delicious. Mouth watering. Thanks for the recipe.
Joan,Marion and Marilyn
My pleasure! One of my favorite easy chicken recipes.
Ellie
Thank you Ellie, this would be easy and absolutely delicious! I love Italian food! What's your favorite Italian dish? How about Mr H's favorite Italian dish?
I enjoy Italian food as well! I’ve always been a fan of any type of pasta. And Mr Handsome loves pizza. What’s your favorite?
Ellie
Ellie this recipe looks really good. I need new chicken recipes. Thank you for posting this.
Sure thing, Regina!
Ellie
This looks delicious Ellie. I am definitely going to try it. I am always looking to expand my chicken recipe collection! Thanks! Eileen
Hope you like it, Eileen!
Ellie
I made this last night for dinner. My brain had been on a chicken parm loop after reading this recipe, Lol! It was delicious Ellie. Perfect amount for the two of us with some leftovers to boot. Eileen
Glad to hear that, Eileen! I agree, it's the perfect meal for 2 (with leftovers) or for 4 (without leftovers).
Ellie
mmmmm Now my Preggo brain is wanting chicken parm so bad. guess i'm stopping for groceries on the way home!
Lol! Hope it satisfies your craving! When are you due?
Ellie
We are due April 3rd. and we are so excited! thanks for asking!
Congratulations! Have you found out the gender?
Ellie
Hi Ellie! If you like chicken recipes here's another chicken breast recipe you can try sometime! It's very easy. Called Smothered Chicken. 8 chicken breasts (seems like a lot. If you half it, I don't see why 4 breasts wouldn't work)
8 slices American cheese
1 can cream of mushroom
1/2 cup water
1 box StoveTop dressing
1/2 cup melted butter
Put chkn breasts in a 9×13 pan. Place slices of cheese over chicken. Mix soup and water. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle stovetop dressing over chicken. Pour melted butter over all. Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until done.
An onlooking person who imagines a contented family sitting down to a tasty meal like that, just wishes they had the where with all to put together such a reasonable meal on time. One which is satisfying and makes everyone happy! Inspiring recipies and good examples! Thank you!
Thanks for sharing, Candi! Sounds tasty!
Ellie
Make it in advance or on a weekend when you do have time, and reheat it at suppertime. I often cook dinner first thing in the morning, especially in the summer.
Thanks for the tip!
I made it tonight and it was delicious. Very easy and quick and it tastes lovely. Thanks for posting it!
I’m glad to hear that! My pleasure. 🙂
Ellie
Do you eat liver?
I used to but not anymore because it's high in cholesterol.
3 oz. of liver has the cholesterol of 2 eggs, and less saturated fat than the eggs.
Aren't you just the honey! With V D coming up I wonder what you'll get?!