Description
Healthy Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and nutritious take on the classic Italian dish, offering crispy chicken cutlets topped with rich marinara and gooey cheese. This guilt-free recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, and it’s incredibly easy to whip up in just under an hour. Packed with protein and using whole wheat flour and breadcrumbs, this dish is not only satisfying but also aligns with healthier eating habits. Serve it over your choice of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup unseasoned whole wheat bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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 three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with bread crumbs mixed with Parmesan, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
- Bread chicken cutlets by coating them in flour, then dipping in egg, followed by the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella; broil for 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve over pasta or salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 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: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or spices to the breadcrumb mixture. Pair this dish with garlic bread or roasted vegetables for a well-rounded meal.