Baked Chicken Parmesan

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Place the butter in a medium bowl.

Step 4

Place the Italian breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a large shallow bowl and mix well.

Step 5

Dip each chicken breast into the melted butter, then into the breadcrumbs to coat evenly.

Step 6

Place each chicken breast on a sheet pan coated with cooking spray.

Step 7

Coat the top of each chicken breast with cooking spray and drizzle any remaining butter over the chicken.

Step 8

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven. Place a few spoonfuls of marinara sauce and a slice of cheese on top of each chicken breast.

Step 10

Heat the broiler, then put the pan of chicken back in the oven. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until cheese has melted and browned.

Step 11

Sprinkle with basil or parsley, then serve.