Description
Indulge in a wholesome twist on a classic favorite with this Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe. This baked version offers the same crispy texture and cheesy goodness without the guilt associated with frying. Featuring tender chicken cutlets topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella, this dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Serve it over whole wheat pasta or alongside a crisp salad for a nutritious meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
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 cheese
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Butterfly and pound chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness for even cooking.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for flour, one for whisked eggs, and one for a mixture of breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
- Coat the chicken cutlets first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the breaded cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes total—15 minutes on each side.
- Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese; broil for an additional 2 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 155mg