Guilt-Free Chicken Parmesan
A lighter version of the classic chicken parmesan that satisfies cravings while keeping health goals in mind, featuring crispy chicken, flavorful marinara, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece egg beaten
- 1 cup marinara sauce preferably homemade or no-sugar-added
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- to taste leaves Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the egg until smooth.
- Take each chicken breast and dip it into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to ensure it adheres well.
Cooking
- Place the breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the chicken from the oven and spoon marinara sauce evenly over each breast, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil leaves and serving.
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Notes
Serve with whole grain pasta, zucchini noodles, or a garden salad. For American-style, consider a side of garlic bread made from whole grain bread. Customize with extra marinara sauce or additional Parmesan.