My Baked Chicken Parmesan Is So Easy, I Make It Every Sunday

This well loved dish was brought over by Italian immigrants during the 20th century.

Enjoy a faster version of the beloved Italian classic. Alex Lepe/TNS

Chicken Parmesan is one recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation in my Italian-American family. I love our traditional family recipe prepared with fried chicken cutlets and layers of homemade marinara sauce and melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

But, the truth is, if I’m going to make chicken Parmesan at home, I bake it 99% of the time. It’s faster to make it this way. Plus, it’s also much lighter. This baked chicken Parmesan will hit the spot every time!

A Few Tips

Don’t skip toasting the panko. The key to crisp baked chicken Parmesan is toasting the panko until it’s deep golden brown before breading the chicken. It ensures a crunchy golden colored coating that won’t get soggy.