Description
Enjoy this healthy twist on a classic favorite with our easy-to-follow Healthy Chicken Parmesan recipe. Tender, breaded chicken cutlets baked to perfection with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella – a delicious and nutritious meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Chicken Parmesan:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 large chicken breasts or 1.5 lbs chicken cutlets)
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
Breading Mixture:
- 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs, unseasoned
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
Instructions
- Butterfly and pound chicken breasts: Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, place between plastic wrap, and pound until ¼ inch thick to make 6 cutlets.
- Preheat oven: to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare bowls: Set out 3 shallow bowls for flour, eggs, and bread crumb mixture.
- Bread chicken: Coat cutlets in flour, egg, and bread crumb mixture. Bake at 425°F for 30 minutes.
- Add toppings: Top each cutlet with sauce and mozzarella. Broil for 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve: Over pasta or salad.
Notes
- For a crispier coating, consider using panko breadcrumbs.
- Adjust seasoning in the breading mixture to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
