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Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
- boneless skinless chicken breasts4 (120) g each
- whole wheat breadcrumbs1 cup
- grated Parmesan cheese0,5 cup
- large egg1 piece
- marinara sauce1 cup
- part-skim mozzarella cheese0,5 cup
- olive oil2 tablespoons
- black pepper0,25 teaspoon
- salt0,25 teaspoon
- dried Italian herbs0,5 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 2
In a shallow bowl, combine the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, salt, and dried Italian herbs.
- 3
In another bowl, beat the large egg.
- 4
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dip each chicken breast first into the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 5
Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the top of the chicken.
- 6
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- 7
Remove the baking dish from the oven. Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over each chicken breast, then sprinkle the part-skim mozzarella cheese on top.
- 8
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- 9
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Classic Baked Chicken Parmesan!
