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Healthy Chicken Parmesan

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A guilt-free twist on classic Chicken Parmesan, combining flavor and nutrition in a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • 1 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crispiness)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (low-sodium, no sugar added)
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to a ½-inch thickness for even cooking.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Create a breading station: In one bowl, beat the eggs with the tablespoon of water. In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan.
  5. To bread the chicken, dip each breast into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Shake off any extra crumbs.
  6. Place the coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove from the oven and spread 2–3 tablespoons of marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 8–10 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly. Optionally, broil for 2 minutes for a golden top.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve hot.

Notes

For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs. Mix cheese varieties for unique flavors.

Nutrition

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