Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of stuffed chicken parmesan, where tender chicken breasts are generously filled with creamy mozzarella, savory parmesan, and aromatic basil. Each bite offers a crispy, golden crust that gives way to gooey goodness, making it a perfect dish for both casual dinners and special occasions. This recipe is not just a meal; it’s an event that brings friends and family together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lay each chicken breast flat on a cutting board and slice them horizontally without cutting all the way through.
- In a bowl, combine chopped basil, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Generously stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Dip each stuffed breast in olive oil followed by coating with Italian breadcrumbs.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with more olive oil, and pour marinara sauce over the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg