Description
Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan made with whole wheat coating, rich marinara, and melted mozzarella. A healthy and easy Italian dinner perfect for any night.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
3 large eggs
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1.5 cups marinara sauce
1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound to 1/4 inch thickness
2. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
3. Prepare three bowls with flour, whisked eggs, and breadcrumb mixture
4. Coat chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture
5. Place coated chicken on baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes
6. Flip chicken and bake another 15 minutes
7. Top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese
8. Broil for 2 minutes until cheese melts
9. Serve over pasta or salad
Notes
Pound chicken evenly for best texture
Use high heat to keep coating crispy
Broil at the end for melted golden cheese
Serve immediately for best taste
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken Parmesan, healthy chicken dinner, crispy chicken recipe, easy Italian meals