Quick Dinner & One-Pan · Medium
Weeknight Chicken Parmesan
This weeknight chicken parmesan features breaded, pan-fried chicken topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, baked just until bubbly in about 30 minutes.
15Prep min
20Cook min
35Total min
What you'll need
- 4chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1/2 cupflour
- 2eggs, beaten
- 1.5 cupsseasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cupgrated parmesan cheese, divided
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1.5 cupsmarinara sauce
- 1.5 cupsshredded mozzarella cheese
Let's cook
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- 2Set up a breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with half the parmesan in a third.
- 3Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat well.
- 4Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- 5Top each piece with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and the remaining parmesan.
- 6Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
Make it yours
- Serve over spaghetti for chicken parm pasta.
- Use panko for an extra-crispy coating.
- Add fresh basil after baking.
Good with
- Spaghetti with marinara
- Garlic bread
- A simple side salad
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I skip the oven step?
Yes, cover the skillet after adding cheese and cook over low heat until melted, though the oven gives a more even melt.
Can I bake instead of pan-fry the chicken?
Yes, bake the breaded chicken at 400°F for about 15 minutes before topping with sauce and cheese.



