Weeknight Plate

Thursday

Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan

A healthier twist on the classic chicken parmesan.

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Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan

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Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan

Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Serves4
Cost~$16

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Place chicken in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil; season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  4. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of the cheese layer.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly (internal temp should reach 165°F).
  6. Serve with a side salad or pasta.

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