Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Favorite
A lighter take on the traditional chicken parmesan that retains all the flavor without the extra calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine whole wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Brush each chicken breast with olive oil, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, pour marinara sauce over the chicken, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and herbs for a few hours before baking.
- Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 720 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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