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Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan

Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan That's Crispy and Guilt-Free

This Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan is a guilt-free twist on a classic, offering crispy chicken and gooey cheese without the heaviness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts swap chicken tenders for ease
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour use gluten-free 1:1 flour for gluten-free option
  • 2 large Eggs essential for binding
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs panko can add extra crispiness
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese fresh mozzarella melts better
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce homemade sauce is healthiest
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese use dairy-free parmesan for lactose-free option
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil to taste
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley to taste
  • Optional Fresh Herbs (Basil or Parsley) for garnishing

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowls
  • sharp knife
  • meat mallet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Butterfl the boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pound to ¼ inch thick for even cooking.
  2. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Set Up Breading Station: Place bowls with flour, whisked eggs, and bread crumb mixture in a row.
  4. Bread Chicken: Coat chicken in flour, dip in egg, and press into bread crumb mixture evenly.
  5. Bake: Arrange chicken on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 15 minutes, flip and bake another 15 minutes.
  6. Top and Broil: Spoon marinara over chicken, sprinkle mozzarella, and broil for 2 minutes until bubbly.
  7. Serve: Cool slightly, serve hot over whole wheat pasta or garden salad, garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a well-rounded meal, pair with a light salad or baked feta eggs.

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