Lazy Chicken Parmesan Bake Recipe

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Lazy Chicken Parmesan Bake Recipe

Recipe by: Kristin

Indulge in a fuss-free dinner idea with our Lazy Chicken Parmesan Bake. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this recipe will satisfy your cravings for Italian goodness!!

4.67 from 6 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings

Calories 529 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves *minced
red pepper flakes *to taste
4 chicken breasts *boneless/skinless, diced
3 cups marinara sauce
¼ cup Basil *chopped
8 oz Mozzarella *shredded
4 oz Parmesan *shredded
5 oz Croutons *Italian or Parmesan seasoned

Instructions

In a 9 x 11 baking pan, add olive oil, garlic, and hot red pepper flakes. Use a spoon to evenly spread mixture across bottom of pan evenly.
Add chicken into pan, spread evenly (chicken is uncooked at this point).
Spread 3 cups of marinara sauce on top of chicken.
Sprinkle basil on top of marinara sauce.
Using half the mozzarella and half the Parmesan, sprinkle evenly over pan.
Top with croutons and remaining cheese.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350 for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 529kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 52gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 1522mgPotassium: 1047mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1032IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 461mgIron: 3mg

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