If you want to have a flavorful dinner without spending hours in the kitchen, cooking chicken parmesan is a perfect choice for you. A crispy, cheesy coating envelops tender chicken breasts, creating a satisfying contrast in texture and flavor. The best part is that this dish requires just a few ingredients and can be prepared in under an hour. Follow the step-by-step guide and tips in this article to create a mouthwatering super easy baked chicken parmesan for two that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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QUICK BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN
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
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
SUPER EASY BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN FOR TWO
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
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.
CHICKEN PARMESAN FOR TWO
"My husband isn't a big fan of pasta so I came up with a dish he'd actually be happy to eat-and this is the result. He likes it enough that I prepare it weekly," says Amy Lauters of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. "The recipe makes enough for two hungry people."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pound chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; coat with yogurt and bread crumbs. In a large skillet, brown chicken on both sides in 2 tablespoons oil until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm., Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in the skillet, saute onion, garlic, basil, oregano and parsley in remaining oil until onion is tender. add the tomato sauce and water; simmer for 1 minute. , Drain spaghetti; add to skillet and toss to coat. Top with chicken; sprinkle with cheeses. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 729 calories, Fat 31g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 1261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 44g protein.
SIMPLE BAKED PARMESAN CHICKEN
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
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
BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
Tips:
- Use a shallow baking dish just large enough to hold the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before baking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
- To make the marinara sauce, use a store-bought sauce or make your own. If you are making your own sauce, be sure to simmer it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Top the chicken breasts with the marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Then, bake the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the chicken parmesan with a side of spaghetti or your favorite pasta.
Conclusion:
This super easy baked chicken parmesan recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal. It is also a great recipe for beginners, as it is very simple to make. The chicken is juicy and tender, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the marinara sauce is rich and flavorful. Serve this chicken parmesan with a side of spaghetti or your favorite pasta for a complete and satisfying meal.
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