Make-Ahead Freezer Chicken Parmesan

Make-Ahead Freezer Chicken Parmesan

My family loves chicken Parm but making it from scratch on a busy school night is next to impossible. The good news is the chicken can be made ahead and frozen along with the right portion of sauce and cheese for a quick weeknight meal. Serve with pasta and Caesar salad.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.

Step 2
Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness or less.

Step 3
Place 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.

Step 4
Bake 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.

Step 5
Freeze in a 1-gallon resealable bag with smaller bags of tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Step 6
To 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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

259
Calories
9g
Fat
11g
Carbs
33g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 259
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 11%
Saturated Fat4g 20%
Cholesterol127mg 42%
Sodium603mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate11g 4%
Dietary Fiber1g 5%
Total Sugars3g
Protein33g
Vitamin C4mg 21%
Calcium240mg 18%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium444mg 9%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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