Healthy Chicken Parmesan
A wholesome twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan, perfect for busy weeknight dinners with comforting flavors.
- 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
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Black pepper to taste
- Dried basil to taste
- Dried parsley to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Butterfly and pound the chicken breasts until they reach about ¼ inch in thickness.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one filled with whole wheat flour, one with whisked eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, black pepper, dried basil, and parsley.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the breaded cutlets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Once golden and cooked through, remove them from the oven, and top each cutlet with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella.
- Broil for an additional 2 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Serve with a fresh garden salad or whole wheat pasta for a complete meal.
Notes
For extra crunchiness, double dip the chicken in the egg and breadcrumbs. Experiment with different cheese varieties for exciting flavor twists.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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