Best 14 Quick Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipes

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In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the perfect quick baked chicken parmesan. This classic Italian dish combines the flavors of tender chicken, melted cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and crispy breadcrumbs into a mouthwatering experience. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and essential ingredient information to ensure your chicken parmesan turns out perfectly every time.

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THE BEST PARMESAN CHICKEN BAKE



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This chicken Parmesan is done casserole style (so, no breading or frying!), but still offers up that irresistible combination of tender chicken, crunchy/cheesy coating, and flavorful sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed and finely chopped
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 cups prepared marinara sauce
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 (5 ounce) package garlic croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Coat the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish with olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic and hot red pepper flakes.
  • Arrange the chicken breasts in bottom of the dish, and pour marinara sauce over chicken. Sprinkle basil over marinara sauce, and top with half the mozzarella cheese, followed by half the Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle on the croutons, then top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese and croutons are golden brown and the chicken is no longer pink inside, about 35 minutes to an hour, depending on the shape and thickness of your chicken breasts. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chicken breast should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 40.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1022.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

QUICK BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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In this lighter version of chicken Parmesan I skip the pan-frying in oil and instead bake lightly-breaded chicken breasts in the oven, then top with sauce and cheese. My family's not big on lots of sauce and cheese, so I just use a little to flavor the dish. Feel free to add more if you like, but it's excellent as-is. Serve chicken over pasta with additional sauce.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Parmesan Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

canola oil cooking spray
½ cup water
1 egg, beaten
1 ½ cups bread crumbs
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon garlic powder
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Whisk water and egg together in a bowl until smooth. Combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, thyme, and garlic powder in a separate bowl.
  • Dip each chicken breast in egg mixture, allowing excess egg to drip back into bowl. Coat each chicken breast in bread crumb mixture, shaking off excess. Repeat dipping each coated chicken breast in the egg mixture and the bread crumb mixture for a double-coating and place in the prepared baking dish. Spray breaded chicken breasts with cooking spray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Pour spaghetti sauce over each chicken breast and top each with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese. Continue baking until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the cheeses are melted, about 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 116.3 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 803.4 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

OVEN BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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A great recipe for a classic dish with a twist that will help you save time. What could be better?

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup plain dry bread crumbs
½ tsp. Italian seasoning
¼ tsp. garlic powder
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 lbs.)
1 egg, beaten
1 jar (1 lb. 8 oz.) Chunky Tomato Garlic and Onion Sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine bread crumbs, Italian seasoning and garlic powder in shallow dish. Dip chicken in egg, then crumb mixture; turn to coat. Arrange chicken in 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Bake 20 minutes Pour Sauce over chicken; top with cheese. Bake an additional 10 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Serve over spaghetti.

QUICK BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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This faster and healthier version of Chicken Parmesan is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. Serve with garlic bread and a side salad to round out the meal.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Chicken     Parmesan     Tomato     Mozzarella     Quick & Easy     Takeout at Home     Cheese Week

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs or panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for brushing
3 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
4 (6-ounce) chicken cutlets, pounded 1/2" thick
6 ounces coarsely grated mozzarella (about 1 cup)
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, pressed or finely chopped
1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup (packed) basil leaves, torn if large, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in top and bottom of oven and place a rimmed baking sheet on bottom rack; preheat to 450°F.
  • Beat eggs in a large shallow bowl. Using a fork or your fingertips, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, 3 Tbsp. oil, 3 tsp. oregano, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in another large shallow bowl or plate.
  • Working with 1 cutlet at a time, dip in egg, allowing excess to drip back into bowl. Dredge in breadcrumb mixture, shaking off excess, then pressing to adhere. Transfer chicken to a baking sheet.
  • Carefully remove preheated baking sheet from oven and generously brush with oil. Transfer chicken to baking sheet and return to bottom rack. Roast 6 minutes, then carefully flip (use a spatula to scrape under cutlets) and sprinkle with mozzarella. Place baking sheet on top rack and continue to roast until juices run clear, mozzarella is melted, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of cutlet registers 165°F, about 4 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook onion, stirring, until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add marinara sauce, red pepper flakes (if using), 1/4 cup basil, and remaining 1/2 tsp. oregano, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Cook, stirring, until sauce starts to bubble. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until chicken is ready, stirring occasionally, at least 5 minutes.
  • Divide sauce among 4 plates. Top with chicken and torn basil.

EASY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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The super thing about this dish is that you get full flavour without having to brown the chicken.

Provided by Cracker Barrel

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     CRACKER BARREL Shreds

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ½ cups pasta sauce
6 tablespoons CRACKER BARREL Finely Shredded 100% Parmesan Cheese
6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
330 grams spaghetti, uncooked
1 ½ cups CRACKER BARREL Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pour sauce into 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Stir in 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) Parmesan. Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each breast with sauce. Cover.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is done (165 degrees F). Meanwhile, cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Top chicken with remaining cheeses; bake, uncovered, 5 minutes or until mozzarella is melted.
  • Drain spaghetti. Serve topped with chicken and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 59.7 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 754.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

5-INGREDIENT CHICKEN PARMESAN



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My family loves this meal. It only has 5 ingredients so prep is super easy. I keep a few disposable 8x8 aluminum pans in my pantry and use them for the wet, dry coating process. When I'm done I toss 'em, Reducing clean up to one baking dish. Also please look for RAGU OLD WORLD STYLE PASTA SAUCE (It wasn't listed among the ingredients to choose from) But I've tried several and OLD WORLD STYLE is my personal favorite for this recipe.

Provided by Im a BakerP.N.Baker

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4-1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
28 ounces pasta sauce
1 cup pre-shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Dip chicken in egg, then bread crumbs. Coating well.
  • Arrange chicken in 13x9 glass baking dish that's been coated with a baking spray. Bake uncovered 20 minutes.
  • Pour Ragu Pasta Sauce over chicken, then top with cheese. Bake an additional 10 minutes. The baking time is based on my own oven and since cooking time may vary from oven to oven be sure chicken is cooked until no longer pink. Be careful not to overcook as this will cause your chicken to be tough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.6, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 210.5, Sodium 1785.1, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 19.8, Protein 50.2

BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken breasts, eggs, fresh mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, whole wheat pasta, fresh basil, panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 chicken breasts
2 eggs, beaten
1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
1 jar marinara sauce, heated
whole wheat pasta
fresh basil, for garnish
½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh basil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (215°C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the panko, parmesan cheese, basil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Beat the 2 eggs in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken in the egg wash, then coat with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Transfer the breaded chicken breasts to a greased roasting pan. Top the chicken with 2 small slices of mozzarella.
  • Bake for 20-25 min, until the cheese and bread crumbs have turned golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, or until it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (73°C).
  • Serve with whole wheat spaghetti, marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 791 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 84 grams, Sugar 15 grams

EASY OVEN BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Easy Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan is a simple delicious version of this classic Italian dish! Ready in just under an hour, this is a perfect for busy weeknights!

Provided by Cleanfreshcuisine

Categories     European

Time 1h

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large boneless chicken breasts
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/3 cup flour
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried basil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 cups marinara sauce
1/3 cup dry red wine
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Drizzle olive oil in 9″ X 13″ baking dish. Set aside.
  • Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and dry with paper towels. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, flour, oregano, basil, pepper, salt and garlic powder. Mix well.
  • Bread chicken breasts in flour mixture and arrange in olive oil coated baking dish. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned. Remove from oven.
  • Top with marinara sauce, red wine and cheese. Cover and continue baking for 20 minutes. Remove cover and bake an additional 10 minutes.
  • Serve with pasta and tossed green salad.
  • Serves 4. Can be doubled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 706.9, Fat 40.5, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 112, Sodium 1143.5, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 12.7, Protein 40.9

QUICK CHICKEN PARMESAN



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My mother inspired me to develop my first pasta sauce. It's tangy, simple and really satisfying. The longer it simmers, the better it gets, so keep that in mind if you have time to spare. -Danielle Grochowski, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces frozen grilled chicken breast strips (about 3 cups)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 tablespoons dry red wine or chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips; cook and stir 5-8 minutes or until heated through. Remove from pan., In same skillet, combine tomatoes, tomato paste, wine, oil, Italian seasoning, garlic and sugar; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to blend, stirring occasionally., Stir in chicken. Sprinkle with cheeses; cook, covered, 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 739mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

A 20-MINUTE CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Very fast and easy to make! And delicious! Barilla Napoletana® ready-made tomato sauce and garlic with a little bit of fresh lemon goes along very well with chicken.

Provided by Aleksa

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 egg
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter
1 ¾ cups pasta sauce (such as Barilla Napoletana®)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Press chicken breasts with the palm of your hand to flatten to an even thickness.
  • Beat egg into a shallow bowl; place bread crumbs into a separate shallow bowl. Dip each chicken breast into beaten egg and press into bread crumbs to coat.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat and fry coated chicken breasts until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Pour pasta sauce over chicken, cover, and bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Sprinkle chicken with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Cover and simmer until cheeses melt, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 135.1 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 929.1 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

OVEN BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Make and share this Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Christine MT

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 egg, slightly beaten
3/4 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
1 (24 ounce) jar pasta sauce (your favorite)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz.)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Dip chicken in egg, then bread cumbs, coating well.
  • In 13x9" glass baking dish, place chicken.
  • Bake uncovered 20 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over chicken, then top with cheese.
  • Bake 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Serve with hot cooked pasta.

SUPER EASY BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN FOR TWO



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This recipe is based off of a Cooking Light recipe, but it is not pan fried at all. You could easily double this recipe, but I cook for two, so this is perfect for us. I serve this with veggies and crescent rolls.

Provided by Greeny4444

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated (the powdery kind)
2 tablespoons Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 (5 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/4 inches
3/4 cup spaghetti sauce (tomato-basil is good)
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Lightly spray a pie plate or a foil-lined baking sheet with cooking spray; set aside.
  • Combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and salt in a shallow dish (I use a paper plate). Place egg in a separate shallow dish.
  • Dip each side of each chicken breast in egg, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture. Place on prepared pan.
  • Bake for 18 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until done.
  • Take the chicken out and switch the oven to BROIL.
  • Divide the sauce evenly and pour over each piece of chicken. Sprinkle evenly with the mozzarella cheese.
  • Broil 2 minutes or until the cheese melts.

30-MINUTE OVEN-BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Discover a saucy, cheesy 30-Minute Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan. Quick-cooking chicken breasts make this oven-baked chicken Parmesan an easy dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.)
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Chicken Coating Mix
2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Coat chicken with coating mix as directed on package.
  • Place in 13x9-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Top with pasta sauce and cheeses; bake 5 min. or until sauce is heated through and mozzarella is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 600 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

SIMPLE BAKED PARMESAN CHICKEN



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I came up with this recipe when I had no bread crumbs but had Parmesan cheese. I decided to try olive oil instead of egg to dip the chicken in. I love how the cheese melted down over the chicken and it had a wonderful flavor.

Provided by roadrunner8

Categories     Baked Chicken Breasts

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup olive oil
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
8 (5 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a jelly roll pan with foil.
  • Put olive oil in a shallow bowl. Mix together Parmesan cheese, celery salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder in another shallow bowl.
  • Cut chicken thighs in half. Dip chicken pieces in olive oil so both sides are covered, then press one side in the Parmesan mixture until coated. Place on the prepared pan with the coating facing up.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 95.3 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 418.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality chicken breasts for a tender and juicy result.
  • Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Season the chicken breasts liberally with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. This will give them a flavorful crust.
  • Use a combination of Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs to coat the chicken breasts. This will create a crispy and golden-brown crust.
  • Bake the chicken breasts in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken Parmesan with your favorite pasta, spaghetti squash, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple tips, you can make a restaurant-quality chicken Parmesan at home. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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