Description
Delicious Stuffed Chicken Parmesan is a comforting dish that combines juicy chicken breasts enveloping a creamy cheese filling, all baked in rich marinara sauce and topped with golden mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound each chicken breast to about ½ inch thick for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks.
- Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish; place stuffed chicken seam-side down on top.
- Top with remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle breadcrumbs over all.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (73°C) and is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap mozzarella for provolone or add spinach for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.