Cindy'S Microwave Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Name: Cindy'S Microwave Chicken Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts; 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes; 2 eggs; olive oil cooking spray; 1 (28 ounce) jar chunky marinara sauce (such as Barilla(R)); 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 teaspoons crushed oregano

Servings: persons

1
Place chicken breasts between 2 sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound with the smooth side of a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness.
2
Shake bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, and parsley flakes together in a large resealable plastic bag.
3
Beat eggs in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken breasts in beaten eggs; dredge in bread crumb mixture. Dip and dredge each chicken breast once more.
4
Spray a microwave-safe dish large enough to hold chicken breasts in a single layer with cooking spray. Arrange breaded chicken breasts in the dish. Spray tops of the chicken breasts with cooking spray.
5
Cook in the microwave at 50% power for 6 minutes. Pour marinara sauce over chicken breasts. Cover and cook at 100% power for 12 minutes. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and oregano over sauce. Cover dish and let stand until mozzarella cheese melts, about 10 minutes.

520

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Cindy'S Microwave Chicken Parmesan falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cindy'S Microwave Chicken Parmesan

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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