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Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe
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This Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe reimagines the classic Italian favorite into a guilt-free delight your family will love. With crispy, baked chicken cutlets coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs and topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, this dish allows you to indulge without compromising on nutrition. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s quick to prepare and offers versatile serving options. Whether you pair it with pasta, salad, or enjoy it solo, this recipe ensures wholesome flavors shine through every bite. Enjoy a comforting meal that nourishes your body while satisfying those cravings!

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Butterfly and pound chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness.
  3. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
  4. Bread each chicken cutlet by coating it in flour, dipping in egg, then pressing into the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Arrange cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes (15 minutes per side).
  6. After baking, top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese; broil for 2 minutes until cheese melts.
  7. Serve over pasta or salad as desired.

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