Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan
A delightful dish that combines traditional chicken parmesan flavors with a healthier twist, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy, Low-Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres well.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each breast.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Return the chicken to the oven for an additional 5–7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm alongside your favorite side dishes.
Notes
For an extra crispy exterior, double-coat the chicken—first with a layer of egg wash, then in the breadcrumb mixture. Fresh herbs can be added to the breadcrumb mixture for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.topchoicerecipes.com/healthy-baked-chicken-parmesan/