Description
A comforting dish featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in crispy breadcrumbs, topped with marinara and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in olive oil, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and top each breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. Let the chicken rest after baking to maintain juiciness.
