Name: Ground Chicken Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 small onion, diced; 1 teaspoon salt, divided in half; 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped; 2 pounds ground chicken; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 770 mL marinara sauce (1 jar Rao’s); 1 cup grated parmesan; 2 sprigs basil; 1½ to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Description

A delicious twist on classic chicken parmesan using ground chicken for a lighter and quick dish perfect for any night.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon oil
1 small onion, diced
1 teaspoon salt, divided in half
4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 pounds ground chicken
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
770 mL marinara sauce (1 jar Rao’s)
1 cup grated parmesan
2 sprigs basil
1½ to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs, ¼ teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Toast the breadcrumbs, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the oil and sauté diced onion until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add chopped garlic and cook for another minute.
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, half of the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Mix well. Add the cooked onion and garlic mixture and combine thoroughly.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the ground chicken mixture into a baking dish, pressing it down evenly. Pour marinara sauce over the top. Sprinkle grated parmesan and top with toasted breadcrumbs.
Add shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with spaghetti, garlic bread, or a fresh salad. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Ground Chicken, Chicken Parmesan, Italian Recipe, Comfort Food, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Recipe