Description
Chicken Parmesan Cups are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, combining ground chicken, savory Italian spices, and cheesy marinara in bite-sized muffin cups. Perfect as an appetizer or a fun family meal, these cups deliver all the comforting flavors of chicken parmesan in an easy-to-eat, portable form.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Others
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the chicken cups.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the ground chicken with breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Form Chicken Cups: Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Take portions of the chicken mixture and press them into the muffin tin cups, shaping them to form little cups.
- Bake the Cups: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the edges turn golden brown.
- Add Sauce: Carefully remove the muffin tin and spoon a generous amount of marinara sauce over each chicken cup.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese atop the sauced chicken cups evenly.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly and slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the chicken parmesan cups to cool slightly in the tin before removing. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- You can add chopped fresh basil or parsley to the mixture for added freshness.
- Ensure not to overfill the muffin cups to prevent overflowing during baking.
- These cups can be made ahead and reheated in the oven for a quick meal.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, based on preference.
