Description

A kid-friendly, baked chicken parmesan recipe that delivers restaurant-quality crispiness without deep frying. Perfect for family bonding, this meal allows children to help with safe, tactile steps like crushing breadcrumbs and sprinkling cheese.

Ingredients

Scale

4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs / 680g)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 large eggs
2 tbsp milk
1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
2 cups marinara sauce
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If thick, pound to 1/2-inch thickness and slice horizontally if desired.
Set up three shallow bowls: Bowl 1 with flour, salt, and pepper; Bowl 2 with whisked eggs and milk; Bowl 3 with panko, parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano.
Dredge each chicken piece in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg wash, then press firmly into breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
Place breaded chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Lightly brush tops with olive oil.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Remove from oven. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Return to oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use low-moisture mozzarella to prevent sogginess. For extra crispiness, ensure the chicken is dry before dredging and press breadcrumbs firmly. Can be made ahead: bread chicken up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate. Freeze unbaked breaded chicken for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken w
Calories: 450
Sodium: 600
Fat: 22
Carbohydrates: 25
Fiber: 2
Protein: 35

Keywords: chicken parmesan, baked chicken, kid-friendly recipes, family dinner, crispy chicken, meal prep, freezer friendly