Description
Discover the joy of a guilt-free classic with this Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe. This delicious twist on the beloved Italian dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients. With juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy whole wheat breadcrumb mixture, topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, you’ll be serving up a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this recipe brings all the traditional flavors without the extra calories. Enjoy it over pasta, alongside a fresh salad, or even as a hearty sandwich—this versatile dish is sure to impress!
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
- Seasonings: black pepper, dried basil, dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Butterfly and pound chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thick.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for whisked eggs, and one for mixed breadcrumbs with parmesan and seasonings.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30 minutes total (15 minutes per side).
- Add marinara sauce and mozzarella on top; broil for an additional 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve hot over pasta or salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 160mg