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Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan

Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan: Guilt-Free Comfort Food Delight

Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan is a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort dish that offers crispy, cheesy perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Broiling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 6 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 6 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken cutlets
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder; no substitutes recommended
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour Swap for gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs Consider panko for extra crispiness
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with other grated cheeses if desired
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh herbs can be used for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Fresh herbs can be used for more flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Opt for fresh mozzarella for better melt
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Choose low-sugar options if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by butterflying the boneless, skinless chicken breasts and gently pound them until about ¼ inch thick.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Create a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with whole wheat flour, one with whisked large eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, black pepper, dried basil, and dried parsley.
  4. Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in the egg mixture, and then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken cutlets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Remove from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each cutlet, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top. Broil for about 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 60gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes.

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