Healthy Chicken Parmesan
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic with this Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe. Featuring tender, baked chicken cutlets topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella, this dish is perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to family gatherings. It’s simple to prepare, healthier than traditional fried versions, and bursting with flavor. With its crispy coating and cheesy goodness, you can enjoy all the comfort without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs (unseasoned)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
Instructions
- Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to about ¼ inch thickness.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, another with whisked eggs, and the last with a mix of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then coat evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese; broil for about 2 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Serve over pasta or salad as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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