One Pan Chicken Parmigiana

Transform weeknight dinners with this easy and delicious One Pan Chicken Parmigiana recipe! Featuring tender, golden-breaded chicken breasts nestled in a rich, garlicky marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella, this dish is a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. Everything comes together in a single oven-safe skillet, minimizing cleanup without sacrificing flavor. Fresh basil adds a bright, aromatic finish, while the option to serve over pasta makes it a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for busy nights, this quick-prep recipe combines the simplicity of one-pan cooking with the indulgence of Italian-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 pieces eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 5 pieces fresh basil leaves
• 2 cups optional pasta (cooked, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown (the chicken will finish cooking in the oven). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.

Step 7

Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet over the garlic and stir to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Nestle the browned chicken breasts into the sauce. Spoon a bit of the sauce over each piece of chicken.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.

Step 10

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot, optionally with cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1770.7 grams (1770.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3131

Total Fat 118.40g	152%
Saturated Fat 38.00g	190%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 796mg	265%
Sodium 6437mg	280%
Total Carbohydrate 295.50g	107%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 23.00g
Protein 212.90g	426%

Vitamin D 86IU	428%
Calcium 1492mg	115%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 1443mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 38.1%