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Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan

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A healthier take on a classic favorite, this dish features lean chicken and whole wheat ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs, unseasoned
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Begin by slicing the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. To keep the cutlets moist, place them between plastic wrap and gently pound to about ¼ inch thickness.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Set up three shallow bowls: one with whole wheat flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last for the breadcrumb mix—combine the breadcrumbs with black pepper, dried basil, dried parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip it into the eggs, and then coat it evenly in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place the breaded cutlets on the baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Once baked, spoon marinara sauce over each cutlet and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Broil for 2 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles beautifully.
  7. Serve hot, ideally over pasta or alongside a fresh garden salad for a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy.

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, store the cooked chicken parmesan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months.

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