Crispy Tofu Chicken Parm Bakes (Printable)

Golden Asiago-crusted tofu with marinara and melted mozzarella, baked until bubbly—a satisfying Italian-inspired main dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tofu

01 - 2 blocks extra-firm tofu (14 oz each), pressed and sliced into ½-inch slabs

→ Breading

02 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - ¾ cup grated Asiago cheese
04 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Coating

08 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
09 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Topping

10 - 2 cups marinara sauce
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish

→ Serving

14 - Cooked spaghetti or crusty bread

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - Press tofu blocks for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Slice each block into 4 slabs.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Asiago, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
04 - Coat each tofu slice in flour, dip into beaten egg, then press into breadcrumb-Asiago mixture, ensuring all sides are thoroughly covered.
05 - Place coated tofu on prepared baking sheet. Lightly drizzle or spray with olive oil.
06 - Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven. Spoon marinara sauce generously over each tofu piece. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
08 - Return to oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot, optionally over spaghetti or with bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It offers a high-protein vegetarian alternative to traditional Chicken Parmesan.
  • The Asiago and panko breading provides an incredible nutty crunch.
  • It is a simple, one-pan baking process that delivers gourmet results.
02 -
  • Lightly spraying the breaded tofu with olive oil before baking is essential for achieving a deep golden color.
  • Slice the tofu into uniform 1/2-inch slabs to ensure even cooking and the perfect cheese-to-crust ratio.
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