Description
A healthy twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan that balances wholesome ingredients while providing satisfying flavors.
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
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons 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 thickness.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with mixed breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
- Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then cover with the breadcrumb blend.
- Place breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for a total of 30 minutes (15 minutes per side).
- Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella, then broil for an additional 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve over pasta or salad as desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning before breading. Use cooking spray or a light drizzle of olive oil for a crispier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Healthy Recipe, Italian Cuisine