Description
Indulge in a healthier twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe. This dish features tender, crispy chicken cutlets coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs, layered with rich marinara sauce, and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s both satisfying and nutritious. Serve it over whole grain pasta, alongside a fresh salad, or in a sub roll for a delightful meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Butterfly and pound chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thick for even cooking.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and the last with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and herbs.
- Bread each chicken cutlet by coating it in flour, dipping it in egg, and then covering it with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place breaded cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes total, flipping halfway through.
- Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella; broil for 2 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot over pasta or alongside salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with spices like oregano or thyme. Ensure not to overcrowd the baking sheet for crispy results.