Description
This Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan is a lighter twist on the classic favorite—baked, not fried, with all the cheesy, saucy goodness you love. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 large) or chicken cutlets
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups 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 chicken breasts by slicing in half lengthwise. Pound to ¼ inch thickness.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Set up dredging station with flour, whisked eggs, and breadcrumb mixture in separate bowls.
4. Coat each cutlet in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
5. Place cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and bake another 15 minutes.
6. Spoon ¼ cup marinara and ¼ cup mozzarella over each cutlet.
7. Broil for 2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve hot over pasta, zucchini noodles, or salad.
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and no sticking.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven or skillet for best texture.
Try gluten-free or low-carb variations by swapping the breading ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz chicken with cheese & sauce
- Calories: 572
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 60g