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Chicken Parmesan

The best baked Chicken Parmesan recipe, made healthier by skipping the frying! Moist, flavorful, and a healthier twist on the classic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 8 oz each, sliced in half lengthwise to make 8
  • 0.75 cup seasoned breadcrumbs such as 4C, you can also use GF crumbs
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter melted, or olive oil
  • 0.75 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese I like Polly-o
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • spray cooking spray
  • optional basil or parsley optional garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray a large baking sheet lightly with cooking spray.
  • Combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Melt the butter in another bowl. Lightly brush the butter onto the chicken, then dip into breadcrumb mixture. Place on baking sheet and repeat with the remaining chicken.
  • Lightly spray a little more oil on top and bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, spoon 1 tablespoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken and top each with 1.5 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.

Notes

This baked Chicken Parmesan is a healthier version of the classic fried recipe, perfect for a family dinner or meal prep. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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