Irresistiblemente Jugoso Pollo al Parmesano al Horno
This irresistibly juicy chicken Parmesan baked dish features a crispy breadcrumb coating and rich marinara, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds Chicken Breast (can be substituted with turkey or eggplant)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (gluten-free for a gluten-free version)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (low-fat option available)
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce (spicy marinara for a kick)
- 1 spray Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Gently tenderize the chicken breasts and season them with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the baking dish, leaving space between each piece.
- Spoon the marinara sauce over the chicken evenly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the top is bubbling and golden brown.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Best served with a side of spaghetti, garlic bread, or a fresh garden salad. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg