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Baked Chicken Parmesan

Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan - Guilt-Free Flavor Explosion

Enjoy a guilt-free version of baked chicken parmesan with crispy layers and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken tenders.
For the Breading
  • 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Whisked until smooth.
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs Panko can be used for extra crispiness.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is preferred.
For the Sauce and Toppings
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Homemade or low-sugar jarred version is recommended.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Fresh mozzarella is ideal; shredded varieties also work.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Adjust according to preferred taste.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Meat Mallet
  • Shallow bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Butterfly the chicken breasts to create even cutlets about ¼-inch thick and pound them for consistent thickness.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour, whisked eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
  4. Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place the breaded chicken cutlets on the baking sheet with space in between and bake for 15 minutes.
  6. After 15 minutes, flip the cutlets and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Spoon marinara sauce over each cutlet and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  8. Switch to broil and broil for about 2 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden, watching closely to prevent burning.
  9. Let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving, ideally over whole wheat pasta or alongside a fresh garden salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture and flavor, enjoy fresh out of the oven; reheating may cause sogginess.

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