Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan: A Deliciously Guilt-Free Twist
A lighter version of the classic chicken parmesan, perfect for health-conscious diners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in olive oil, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Use homemade marinara for an even healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg