Stuffed Chicken Parmesan
A comforting and cheesy stuffed chicken dish, bursting with mozzarella and Parmesan, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup marinara sauce Feel free to use homemade or your preferred brand.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- 2 pieces eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients.
- Clean and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- Take each chicken breast and carefully slice a pocket into the side.
Mixing
- In a bowl, combine mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Stuffing
- Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on each stuffed chicken breast.
Coating
- Dip each stuffed chicken breast in the egg wash and then coat with breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown each side of the chicken for about 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture.