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Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan

Guilt-Free Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan You'll Crave

Enjoy the indulgence of Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan without the guilt! This dish is quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • shallow bowls
  • meat mallet

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken tenders
  • 2 large eggs whisked

For the Breading

  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs or panko for extra crunch
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or dairy-free cheese if necessary

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella fresh mozzarella melts beautifully
  • 1 cup marinara sauce homemade or low-sugar store-bought

For Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • optional fresh herbs (basil/parsley) for garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Butterfly and gently pound the chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness for even cooking.
  • Position three shallow bowls: one with whole wheat flour, another with whisked eggs, and the third with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and spices.
  • Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in the egg, then cover with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  • Place breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Flip each cutlet and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Spoon marinara sauce over each baked cutlet, and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Broil for about 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve hot, over whole grain pasta or with a refreshing salad.

Notes

Best served immediately; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
Keyword easy recipe, Family-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Guilt-Free, Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan, Low-Carb
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