For optimal results, use high-quality bread crumbs. Panko bread crumbs provide a particularly crispy texture. Ensure the chicken breasts are pounded evenly for consistent cooking. Allow the chicken to cool completely before freezing to prevent ice crystals from forming. When reheating, place the chicken directly on the baking sheet for a crispier crust.
Make-Ahead Freezer Chicken Parmesan
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS27
Craving Chicken Parmesan but short on time? This make-ahead version allows you to prep everything in advance and freeze it for a quick and delicious weeknight meal. Perfectly portioned and ready to bake, it's a comforting classic your family will love.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate11 g
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Cholesterol127 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein33 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium603 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet. (5 minutes)
02
StepPound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness or less. (10 minutes)
03
StepPlace beaten egg in a bowl. Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in another bowl. Dip each chicken breast in egg, then roll in bread crumb mixture to coat evenly. Place on the prepared baking sheet. (15 minutes)
04
StepBake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Turn and continue to cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 10 minutes more. Let cool, 20 to 30 minutes. (40 minutes)
05
StepFreeze in a 1-gallon resealable bag with smaller bags of tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (5 minutes)
06
StepTo serve: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat chicken at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) until heated through and crispy, 15 to 20 minutes. Top chicken with tomato sauce, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and bake until cheese is melted, an additional 3 minutes.
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Tania Daugherty
Jun 19, 2025The chicken came out perfectly crispy, even after being frozen. My kids loved it!
Geovanny Willms
Jun 11, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the bread crumb mixture for a little extra kick. Delicious!
Tyrel Jacobi
May 25, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! I prepped a bunch of these on the weekend and had easy dinners all week.
Evalyn Thiel
Feb 16, 2025Freezing the sauce and cheese separately really makes a difference. Everything tastes so fresh when it's baked.