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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. Tender chicken cutlets are coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, then baked to crispy perfection. Topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, this dish is a delicious and satisfying meal for any night of the week.

Ingredients

Chicken Cutlets:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise

Breading:

  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp dried basil
  • 2 tsp dried parsley

Other:

  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Butterfly and pound chicken breasts: Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound until 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Preheat oven: To 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Prepare breading: Set up 3 bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Bread chicken: Coat each cutlet in flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Bake: Place cutlets on baking sheet, bake for 15 mins, flip, bake for another 15 mins.
  6. Add toppings: Top each cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella, broil for 2 mins until cheese melts.
  7. Serve: Over pasta or salad.

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