Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Dish
A flavorful and healthier version of classic Chicken Parmesan that is baked instead of fried.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs.
- In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in eggs, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and cover with marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- Serve with a side of pasta or salad for a complete meal.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in herbs before breading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan, Healthy Chicken Recipes