Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner or family gathering. This dish brings you the classic taste of traditional Chicken Parmesan while prioritizing health. Crispy chicken cutlets are oven-baked instead of fried, creating a nutritious meal without sacrificing flavor. Pair it with whole wheat pasta or a fresh garden salad for a wholesome and satisfying experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Butterfly and pound chicken breasts until about ¼ inch thick.
- Set up your breading station: one bowl with flour, another with whisked eggs, and a third with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
- Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the breaded cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes; flip and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella; broil for 2 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One cutlet (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg