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Baked Chicken Parmesan

Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan That Everyone Will Love

A lighter take on a classic Baked Chicken Parmesan that's crispy, cheesy, and comforting, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Chicken tenders can also work well.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as the binding agent.
For the Breading
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs Opt for panko for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Fresh is best.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked offers better flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
For Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Fresh mozzarella is preferred.
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Homemade is ideal.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • meat mallet
  • shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to about ¼ inch thick for even cooking.
  3. Set up your breading station with bowls for flour, beaten eggs, and the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture and place on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake the chicken for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
  6. Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella, then broil for an additional 2 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Let it rest for a minute before serving warm, ideally with a side salad or whole wheat pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best texture and flavor. Avoid freezing if possible.

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