Oven baked chicken parmesan is a quick and easy take on the classic recipe. It’s crispy on the outside and topped with fresh mozzarella and basil. Your whole family will it!

Chicken parmesan over top of noodles.

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Easy Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan

Chicken parmesan is one of those classic and delicious Italian dishes that you can’t go wrong with, it’s my husband’s all-time favorite meal. It’s super crispy, flavorful, and delicious…no wonder it’s so popular!

I’ve made quite a few versions, including chicken parm meatballs, and this baked chicken parmesan is still our favorite. It’s healthier and easier than frying it in butter. If your family prefers plain chicken, check out my baked chicken breast recipe.

Ingredients

With a few staple ingredients you have ready in your pantry and refrigerator, you can make this easy baked chicken parmesan any night of the week!

Baked chicken parmesan recipe ingredients on the counter.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Chicken breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breast works best for this classic Italian dish. I use 3 breasts and then slice each in half to create 6 chicken cutlets.
  • Eggs: The whisked eggs are essentially the ‘glue’ that helps the bread crumb mixture stick to the chicken.
  • Bread crumbs: You can use either panko bread crumbs or Italian bread crumbs. If I have homemade breadcrumbs, I add those for unique flavor.
  • Cheese: There are 2 types of cheese used. First I used 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese to include in the bread crumb coating. Then I used fresh sliced mozzarella to add on top of the marinara at the end. Provolone could be subbed for the mozz.
  • Marinara: Both marinara sauce and spaghetti sauce work great in this recipe. Feel free to use store-bought tomato sauce or homemade.
  • Spices: Garlic powder, salt, and pepper are used to season this baked chicken parm.

How to Make Baked Chicken Parmesan

Cut chicken in half horizontally to create 6 fillets. Then place the fillets in a zip-top bag (or between parchment paper) and flatten them with a meat tenderizer.

Whisk eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper. Then place bread crumbs, parmesan, and garlic powder in a separate shallow dish. Dip each fillet in egg, then place in breadcrumb mixture and cover completely.

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Add fillets to a baking sheet and bake at 415° until the meat is no longer pink in middle, about 20-25 minutes. Flip halfway through.

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Remove from oven and spoon 1/4 cup marinara over top. Then place the mozzarella slice on top of the sauce. Place back in the oven and bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. Broil last minute if desired for a more crispy chicken parmesan.

Baked chicken parmesan recipe.

Top chicken parmigiana with fresh basil or oregano and serve with pasta if desired.

Serving Suggestions

Make this a complete meal with noodles, vegetables, salad, and bread!

Baked chicken parmesan recipe on baking sheet.

Storing and Reheating

If you are lucky enough to have leftovers, this baked chicken parmesan recipe can be placed in an airtight container and stored in the fridge for two to three days long. Reheat in the microwave, air fryer, or oven. Enjoy while it is warm!

Baked chicken parmesan recipe with noodles.

Love easy Italian-inspired recipes? Try this easy chicken marsala, baked eggplant parmesan or parmesan crusted chicken next!

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Baked Chicken Parmesan

5 from 116 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Oven baked chicken parmesan is a quick and easy take on the classic recipe. It's crispy on the outside and topped with fresh mozzarella and basil. Your whole family will it!
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Ingredients 

  • 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 eggs , whisked
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup Panko or Italian bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
  • 6-8 ounces fresh mozzarella , sliced about 1/8 inch thick

For serving: freshly chopped basil and cooked spaghetti noodles

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 415°F. Spray a baking sheet or jelly roll pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. Cut chicken in half horizontally to create 6 fillets. Place in a zip top bag and flatten with a meat tenderizer or rolling pin to about 1/2" thick. 
  • Place egg in a bowl and whisk together with salt and pepper. Place bread crumbs, parmesan cheese and garlic powder in a separate bowl. Dip chicken in the egg and then place in the bread crumbs and cover the chicken.
  • Next place chicken in the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until it's no longer pink in the middle. Flip the chicken half way through. 
  • Remove from oven and spoon about 1/4 cup sauce on top of the chicken and top with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Broil the last minute if desired. 
  • Top with fresh basil or oregano. Serve with angel hair pasta or spaghetti if desired. Enjoy!

Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.

Notes

Extra crispy: If you’d like your chicken extra crispy, you can either place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet and place chicken on there or fry it before baking. Simply heat 1/2 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each side (after dipping in the crumb mixture) for 2 minutes. Then cook for 18-20 minutes in oven. 

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 84mg, Sodium: 1215mg, Potassium: 374mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 735IU, Vitamin C: 6.3mg, Calcium: 291mg, Iron: 2.3mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.