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Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

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This Healthy Chicken Parmesan is a baked, lighter version of the classic dish, made with whole wheat flour and bread crumbs, lean chicken cutlets, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese for a nutritious yet flavorful meal.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken cutlets

½ cup whole wheat flour

3 large eggs

1.5 cup shredded mozzarella

1.5 cups marinara sauce

1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs (unseasoned)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

¼ teaspoon black pepper

2 teaspoons dried basil

2 teaspoons dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Butterfly and pound the chicken breasts into ¼ inch thick cutlets.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with the bread crumb mixture.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then egg, then bread crumb mixture. Press lightly to adhere.
  5. Arrange breaded cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and bake for another 15 minutes.
  6. Top each cutlet with about ¼ cup marinara sauce and ¼ cup shredded mozzarella.
  7. Broil for 2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve warm over pasta or salad.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F to keep the coating crispy.
  • Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting and flavor.
  • You can prepare and refrigerate breaded chicken up to 24 hours ahead.
  • Freeze baked chicken (without toppings) and reheat with sauce and cheese later.

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