Best 3 Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipes

**Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan: A Delightful Italian Classic**

Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan is an iconic Italian dish that combines the flavors of crispy chicken, savory tomato sauce, and melted cheese. This delectable dish is a crowd-pleaser and a staple in many Italian-American restaurants. Our recipe provides a detailed step-by-step guide to creating this classic dish at home. We'll take you through the process of breading and frying the chicken cutlets, simmering a flavorful tomato sauce, and baking the chicken topped with melted cheese until golden brown. Along with the classic recipe, we also offer variations such as Baked Chicken Parmesan with Zucchini, a healthier take on the dish featuring zucchini slices, and Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan, a guilt-free version made in an air fryer for a crispy texture without all the extra oil. Additionally, we'll provide a vegetarian alternative with our Eggplant Parmesan recipe, which swaps the chicken for tender slices of eggplant.

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CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN

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Italian flavors like basil and garlic combine with Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips to make this quick and easy meal.

Provided by Tyson Chicken

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 ½ pounds Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips
1 (8 ounce) package vermicelli pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup onion, diced
4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place Crispy Chicken Strips on a foil-lined baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes.
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in vermicelli pasta and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes.
While Chicken Strips and vermicelli are cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and saute garlic and onion for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and heat for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes and sauce; bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in tomato paste, salt, pepper, and basil and continue to heat for 10 minutes.
When Crispy Chicken Strips are cooked, remove from oven and leave on the same baking sheet. Place 1 slice of mozzarella cheese on each Chicken Strip and cover with 1/4 cup of the basil tomato sauce. Return to the oven and heat for 5 minutes or until cheese has melted. Serve over drained vermicelli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.3 calories, Carbohydrate 59.1 g, Cholesterol 61.9 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1845.6 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

BAKED CHICKEN WITH CRISPY PARMESAN AND TOMATOES

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Think of this as an easy version of chicken Parmesan, tender chicken, tangy tomatoes and crispy bits of Parmesan. Here, there's no pounding, breading or frying required. The bath of garlicky tomatoes gently cooks the chicken, keeping it juicy, while the dusting of Parmesan returns some richness lost in choosing boneless and skinless breasts. Seek out chicken breasts on the larger side to give the Parmesan a chance to properly brown and crisp up without overcooking.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories dinner, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained
4 cloves garlic, crushed
4 sprigs thyme, oregano or rosemary
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
4 large boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ounce Parmesan, plus about 2 tablespoons for garnish
1/2 cup parsley or basil, coarsely chopped (optional)

Steps:

Heat oven to 425 degrees. Slice the tomatoes in half crosswise and place in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish along with garlic, thyme and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Season with salt and pepper.
Season chicken with salt and pepper and nestle into baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and bake until chicken is about halfway cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven and grate Parmesan over chicken.
Return to oven and continue to bake until chicken is cooked through, tomatoes are starting to caramelize and Parmesan is browned and crisp, about 10 to 12 minutes more.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley or basil before serving, if desired, and garnish with shavings of Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 340, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 47 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 955 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRISPY OVEN-BAKED PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH COOL RANCH SAUCE

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A family favorite chicken dinner for those busy weeknights

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories Main Dish

Time 40m

Yield 4-5

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

Oven-baked Parmesan Chicken
3 TBSP. Dijon mustard
1 TBSP. white wine vinegar
½ tsp. salt
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1¼ lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts (or chicken tenders)
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
3 TBSP. butter, melted
Cool Ranch Dipping Sauce
⅓ cup buttermilk
⅔ cup light mayonnaise
1 med. clove of garlic, grated on a microplane (or similar grater)
½ tsp. Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 TBSP. fresh dill, minced
2 TBSP. fresh chives, minced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or heavy-duty foil and place a rack on it. Spray the rack lightly with oil.
Whisk together the mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until they are well blended. Cut the chicken into ⅔" thick pieces or strips (or use chicken tenders, which are already about the size you want for this recipe. If you prefer a larger serving size of chicken, you can also butterfly the chicken into two thinner cutlets.). Add the chicken to the bowl and coat well on all sides.
In a separate, shallow bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of black pepper (optional). Mix well and then stir in the melted butter.
Dredge the chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, gently pressing the breadcrumbs into the chicken pieces. Move the dredged chicken to the wire rack.
Place the baking sheet on the center rack of the oven and bake until the chicken is golden-crisp and cooked through, about 15 minutes. Do not overcook it.
To make the dipping sauce, combine all the ingredients for the cool Ranch sauce in a small bowl and refrigarate. (The sauce is best if made ahead of time).

Tips:

For a crispier crust, use a combination of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
To make the chicken more tender, marinate it in a mixture of buttermilk and Italian herbs for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts thin.
Be sure to preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit before baking the chicken.
Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes, or until it is cooked through and golden brown.
Serve the chicken parmesan with your favorite pasta sauce and a side of garlic bread.

Conclusion:

Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a crispy breadcrumb crust, tender chicken, and melted cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with your favorite pasta sauce and a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.