Crisp Chicken Marinara Recipe

Name: Crisp Chicken Marinara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 carrot, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup red wine; 1 1/2 cups lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as Amy's); 1/3 cup pitted, coarsely chopped oil-cured olives; 5 tablespoons water, divided; 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 2 cups hot cooked orzo pasta; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped onion
1 carrot, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup red wine
1 1/2 cups lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as Amy's)
1/3 cup pitted, coarsely chopped oil-cured olives
5 tablespoons water, divided
4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
2 cups hot cooked orzo pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; swirl. Add onion and carrot; saute 3 minutes. Add garlic; saute for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add wine; cook 2 minutes. Stir in marinara sauce, olives, and 1/4 cup water. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Nestle chicken in sauce. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken is almost done. Remove the chicken from pan.
2
Preheat broiler to high.
3
Combine remaining 1 tablespoon water and egg in a shallow dish. Grate 1 ounce cheese. Combine panko and grated cheese in a shallow dish. Coat chicken with egg mixture, and dredge in panko mixture.
4
Heat remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat; swirl. Place chicken in pan; saute for 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn chicken over. Place skillet in oven, and broil chicken for 3 minutes or until golden and done. Arrange 1/2 cup orzo in each of 4 shallow bowls; top with 1/2 cup sauce and 1 chicken breast half. Garnish with parsley; shave remaining 1 ounce cheese over top.

1160

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 carrot, diced, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Crisp Chicken Marinara falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Crisp Chicken Marinara

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Variations & substitutions

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