Baked Chicken Parmesan

Instructions

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  Make sure to carefully follow each step of the instructions for the best results :

  1. Prep the chicken.
     Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet or lightly grease a baking dish. Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to make thinner cutlets, then gently pound them to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder so every bite has flavor.

  2. Bread the cutlets.
     Set up three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Coat each chicken piece first in flour, then egg, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly so the coating sticks well. Arrange the cutlets on the prepared pan and drizzle or brush lightly with olive oil to help them brown in the oven.

  3. Bake until crisp.
     Bake the breaded chicken for about 15 minutes, or until the coating looks golden and the chicken is nearly cooked through. Thin cutlets are the key here because they crisp up well and finish quickly without drying out.

  4. Add sauce and cheese.
     Remove the pan from the oven and spoon marinara over each piece of chicken, keeping some of the crust exposed around the edges so it stays crisp. Top with mozzarella and a little extra Parmesan, then return the pan to the oven for 5 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  5. Finish and serve.
     Scatter basil or parsley over the top and let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Serve it on its own, over spaghetti, or with a simple salad for an easy Italian dinner.