This recipe is a go-to for a quick and hearty meal that combines tender chicken with the rich flavors of Parmesan and Monterey Jack cheese.
To make this high protein dinner, you’ll need basic ingredients like eggs, breadcrumbs, chicken breasts, and pasta sauce.
Simple Italian Chicken Parmesan is great when you want to whip up something satisfying without much hassle, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend dinner.
Whether you’re feeding a family or just looking to impress at the dinner table, this dish has you covered.
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Simple Italian Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 12 ounces pasta sauce
- 6 slices Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375° F
- Place beaten eggs into a shallow dish.
- In another shallow dish, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the eggs, then into the breadcrumb mixture, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
- Spread pasta sauce in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place the cooked chicken in the dish.
- Place a slice of Monterey Jack cheese over each chicken breast.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely.
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