Description
Chicken Parmesan Pillows are a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring juicy chicken breasts stuffed with melted mozzarella and marinara, all enveloped in a crispy panko coating. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a comforting meal that everyone will love. With its easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, you can enjoy this delightful dish anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Carefully cut pockets in each chicken breast and fill with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce; seal tightly.
- Roll each stuffed chicken in panko breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Place in the baking dish, drizzle olive oil on top, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with extra marinara sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg