Baked Chicken Parmesan
Baked Chicken Parmesan is fast enough for a weeknight, but elegant enough for dinner parties! Serve over spaghetti or on its own.
Baked Chicken Parmesan is one of the most delicious recipes I have made in awhile. Sautéed onions and zucchini paired with boneless chicken and topped with a tomato sauce and cheese and baked till golden and bubbly. This is a dish that anyone can enjoy. Great for weeknights but also offers a gorgeous presentation for entertaining guests.
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I discovered this recipe for Baked Chicken Parmesan in a cookbook I’ve owned for probably 10 years, Dietitians of Canada Great Food Fast. It has easy recipes that are healthy and really easy to make. All the ingredients are easy to find that you may already have on hand! You can serve it over rice or pasta to make it a complete meal or just eat it on its own as I do.
Ingredients
The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Chicken breasts
- Zucchini
- Yellow onion
- Tomato sauce
- Italian seasoning
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
How to Make Baked Chicken Parmesan
- Step One: In a large skillet, heat 1 tsp of oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Step Two: Heat remaining oil in the skillet. Add zucchini and onions and saute for 3 to 5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from pan and place on top of the chicken.
- Step Three: In a bowl, mix the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Pour over the chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Step Four: Bake in a 350°F oven for 30 minutes or until juices run clear on the chicken when it’s pierced with a fork.
I think the added veggies in the mix offer so much flavor to the dish. It is such a delightful recipe that we have made time and time again. If you are a fan of tomato and chicken together I am sure this recipe is right up your alley.
Craving More Italian Recipes
- Italian Wedding Soup with Chicken Meatballs
- Easy Italian Meatball Pizza
- Italian Herb Soup with Sage Croutons
Do You Pre-Cook the Chicken for Baked Chicken Parmesan
Yes, you will partially cook your chicken in a skillet to add a crust to the chicken. This offers a great texture to the dish but also adds so much more flavor and depth to the Chicken Parmesan.
Do You Add a Crust to your Chicken
No. I wanted to offer a lighter version so I option from the traditional breading of Chicken Parmesan. To be honest, I love how it isn’t so heavy, and you won’t miss the breadcrumbs!
What to Serve with Baked Chicken Parmesan
As I mentioned above we generally serve it over rice or pasta. But you can eat it alone or pair with a salad for a lighter option. You might even want to add a side of roasted or steamed veggies if you prefer.
- Pasta
- Rice (0r cauli-rice)
- Zucchini noodles
- Green salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Breadsticks or garlic bread
How to Store Leftovers
Simply place any leftovers in airtight containers and place in the fridge. This is a great dish to meal prep with or eat again for a meal later down the line. You can store the leftover chicken in the fridge for up to three days. At that time you will need to toss out any leftovers.
Can You Freeze Baked Chicken Parmesan
I have not tried to freeze this but I think you would have no problem freezing any leftovers. Just cover tight or place in airtight container and store anywhere from 1-3 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before and then reheat in microwave or oven. If you reheat in the oven I recommend keeping it wrapped in aluminum foil to prevent the cheese from overcooking.
Will Baked Chicken Parmesan Double Good
Yes. Feel free to double or even triple this recipe if you need to. Just grab a larger pan and use that for baking. I have had no trouble making extra of this.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
These tools are really handy when making Baked Chicken Parmesan.
- Large Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Tongs (great for flipping chicken easily)
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Easy Chicken Dinner Recipe
If you love chicken as we do in our house, I think you will enjoy this recipe a lot. It is easy to prep and within no time you are tossing in the oven to bake. Don’t be bored with dinner, try something new and see how you and your family enjoy it. Plus this recipe offers a gorgeous presentation so great for serving to guests.
You’ll also like this Hawaiian Chicken, Spicy Pepper Chicken and Sticky Chicken.
Have you ever made a Baked Chicken Parmesan before?
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Baked Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 1 ½ cups tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tsp of oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Heat remaining oil in the skillet. Add zucchini and onions and saute for 3 to 5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from pan and place on top of the chicken.
- In a bowl, mix the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Pour over the chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in a 350°F oven for 30 minutes or until juices run clear on the chicken when it’s pierced with a fork.
Nutrition
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We enjoyed this very much. It was very flavorful with a nice sauce. I used Mozzarella Fresca because I had some left over from a previous recipe. This was a keeper. Thank you.
Yum, this sounds like a healthier parmesan chicken recipe than I usually make. Will have to try this. Pinned.
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This looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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We will really enjoy this recipe, we love Chicken Parmesan. Hope you are enjoying your day and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday!
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Looks YUMMY!!
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Your recipe looks totally delicious and one that my family would enjoy! Thanks for sharing your recipes with us this week at Snickerdoodle. Pinning to share.
love this-will make- thank you.
This looks and sounds amazing! YUM!
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I love Chicken Parmesan, I like how this recipe has veggies.
I love Chicken Parmesan and haven’t made it for a long time. I’ll have to try your recipe! It sounds wonderful!
We eat alot of chicken & this recipe looks delicious! Thanks!
mmm this is a nice take on Chicken parmesan…a healthier alternative which is great considering this is my husbands favourite dinner! 🙂
This looks pretty good and I like how it has veggies.
I make this and serve it over rice. The kids love it. They aren’t fond of zucchini so I sub in red and green peppers.
Anything with chicken and zucchini is a-ok in my book!