Chicken Parmesan Texas Toast

This Chicken Parmesan Texas Toast is a super quick and easy dinner idea the whole family will love! Made with texas toast, frozen chicken tenders, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese, this 15 minute dinner is one of our favorite when I need dinner on the table fast! So easy and delicious!

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EASY CHICKEN PARMESAN TEXAS TOAST

This dinner truly doesn't get any easier than this! Chicken parmesan is one of my husband's favorite meals, but I don't always have time to make it from scratch. This is a perfect swap to the classic pasta dish we all know and love.

I love this recipe, because it only takes me 5 minutes to prep, and just 15 minutes to make, which makes it a perfect family dinner idea. If you love this recipe, you need to try my Chicken Alfredo Roll Ups!

WHY YOU'LL LOVE CHICKEN PARMESAN TEXAS TOAST

Quick & Easy: This is a simple and delicious dinner the whole family loves! If you have only 15 minutes to make dinner, then this is going to be one of your go-to meals.

Family-Friendly: Made with simple ingredients the whole family loves! Great grab-and-go style dinner that makes it fun and full of flavor for your family.

Budget-Friendly: Made with just a few ingredients, this is an affordable dinner idea that is always a win in our home.

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INGREDIENTS

• Texas Toast: Thick cut, garlic texas toast provides the delicious base of the dish.
• Frozen Chicken Tenders: I like using Real Good's frozen chicken tenders in this recipe.
• Marinara Sauce: I used Rao's marinara sauce for this recipe.
• Cheese: Mozzarella cheese provides the cheesy notes of the chicken parmesan.
• Seasonings: Italian seasoning is used in this recipe. Adding crushed red pepper is optional.

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN PARMESAN TEXAS TOAST

Preheat the oven according to the instructions on the Texas toast packaging.

Cook frozen chicken tenders/nuggets in air fryer as stated on packaging. Once cooked, cut into smaller pieces.

Place frozen texas toast bread on 13x9 pan evenly. Bake for 6 minutes.

Remove toast from oven and then press down in the middle of each toast to create a bowl affect. However, do not press all the way through the toast.

Add a bottom layer of mozzarella cheese.

Next, add layer of marinara sauce. Sprinkle italian seasoning and crushed red pepper on sauce. Then add cooked chicken to toast.

Finally, add an additional layer of marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle additional italian seasoning if desired.

Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted on top. Can broil on low for 2-3 minutes for extra crisp.

TIPS AND TRICKS

Protein: For this chicken parmesan texas toast recipe, I used Real Good frozen chicken tenders. It can be substituted with rotisserie chicken or another frozen chicken option. All will provide the same delicious taste!

Marinara Sauce: For this recipe, I used Rao's marinara sauce, however any marinara sauce will work. Substitutions can be made for a more budget-friendly option.

Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. However, I recommend reheating leftovers in the oven or air fryer for a more crunchy toast. If it is reheated in the microwave, it will likely be softer.

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