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Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe
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This Baked Chicken Parmesan recipe is a healthier take on the classic dish, featuring crispy chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. It’s an easy and delicious dinner option that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 large chicken breasts or 1.5 lbs chicken cutlets)
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1.5 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce

For the Breading Mixture:

  • 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 and pound chicken breasts: Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, then pound them between plastic wrap until about ¼ inch thick.
  2. Preheat the oven: Set it to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Prepare the breading: Set up three bowls with whole wheat flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan, pepper, basil, and parsley.
  4. Coat the chicken: Dip each cutlet in flour, then egg, then the bread crumb mixture, coating evenly.
  5. Bake the cutlets: Place them on the baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Add toppings: Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella, then broil for 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Serve: Enjoy your chicken Parmesan over pasta or salad.

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