Description
Chicken Parmesan Cups offer a fun and delicious twist on the classic Italian favorite. Ground chicken seasoned with Italian herbs and Parmesan cheese is baked in muffin tins, then topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella for a satisfying, handheld meal perfect for appetizers or family dinners.
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
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the chicken cups evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape Mixture: Form the chicken mixture into small cup shapes and place them into a greased muffin tin to hold their shape during baking.
- Bake Chicken Cups: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cups are fully cooked through and golden brown on top.
- Add Sauce: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each cooked chicken cup evenly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each sauced chicken cup for the signature cheesy finish.
- Melt Cheese: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the mozzarella cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the chicken parmesan cups to cool slightly before removing from the tin and serving.
Notes
- You can use seasoned or plain breadcrumbs depending on your flavor preference.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through completely by checking the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Feel free to add fresh basil or parsley as a garnish for extra freshness.
- If you prefer, swap ground chicken with ground turkey for similar results.
