Parmesano de pollo al horno

Ingredientes

• 2 chicken breasts ((approx. 1lb.))
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella ((or 4 slices fresh mozzarella))

Preparación

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425F. Grease a sheet pan with 2 tablespoon olive oil and set aside.

2. 2

   Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 fillets total. Pound to even thickness if desired.

3. 3

   In a shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt & pepper. In a small bowl, whisk the egg.

4. 4

   Dip each chicken fillet into the egg mixture then into the bread crumb mixture, coating both sides well. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

5. 5

   Bake for 15 minutes then flip onto the other side and top each chicken with 3-4 tablespoons of marinara sauce and a generous handful of mozzarella cheese (or 1 fresh slice).

6. 6

   Return to the oven and bake an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through. Brown under broiler for 2-3 minutes if desired.