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Baked Chicken Parmesan

Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan That's Deliciously Guilt-Free

This Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan offers all the flavor of the classic dish with fewer calories, making it the perfect guilt-free meal.
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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
For the Breading
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour can swap for gluten-free flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat bread crumbs can be exchanged for gluten-free breadcrumbs
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella preferably fresh
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese freshly grated is ideal
For the Sauce and Seasoning
  • 1 cup marinara sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil fresh basil can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Butterfly and pound the chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness.
  3. Set up three bowls: flour, whisked eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, black pepper, dried basil, and parsley.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Arrange the breaded cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake for another 15 minutes.
  6. After 30 minutes, spoon marinara sauce over cutlets, top with mozzarella cheese and broil for 2 minutes.
  7. Serve over whole wheat pasta or a mixed green salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh basil for enhanced flavor and presentation.

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