Healthy Chicken Parmesan
A healthier version of classic Chicken Parmesan, featuring lean chicken, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and gooey cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil spray
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it nice and hot for the perfect baking environment.
- In a bowl, mix together the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is a lovely golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each piece.
- Generously sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara-covered chicken.
- Return the chicken to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For extra flavor, add veggies like spinach or mushrooms to the marinara sauce. Serve over whole grain spaghetti or with a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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