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If you're searching for an alternative, to the chicken parmesan that doesn't involve deep frying you've come to the right place! This recipe offers an juicy chicken cutlet that is full of flavor.
Baked Chicken Parmesan
This recipe is perfect for those who want an easy chicken parmesan dish without the need for frying. It's an nutritious dinner option that the whole family will enjoy! After breading the chicken and baking it in the oven we add mozzarella cheese. Homemade marinara sauce on top. To keep things light you can serve it with a salad roasted vegetables, spaghetti or even zucchini noodles.
How to make Baked Chicken Parmesan
By opting for baking of frying you'll use oil and minimize any mess.
Here's how you can perfectly cook boneless chicken breasts in the oven;
- To achieve a crispy exterior and a juicy center preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- For cooking time and enhanced flavor compared to leaving it whole I recommend cutting the chicken breast in lengthwise. This thinner cut takes around 25 minutes to cook through.
- Of using an egg wash in my breading station I prefer brushing melted butter or olive oil, onto the chicken before coating it with breadcrumbs.This recipe creates an healthier version of chicken parmesan that is so flavorful no one will even realize it's lighter. Additionally it allows the bread crumbs to become crispy without the need, for frying.
Here are some delicious options to complement your chicken parmesan!
- Pair it with a portion of green salad and a serving of pasta.
- Place the chicken parmesan sandwich between two slices of bread.
- To keep the carb intake low try serving it with this recipe, for Roasted Spaghetti Squash.
- If you're in the mood for a vegetable dish give this Garlic Broccolini recipe a try.
- For a family side dish consider Orzo and broccoli – it's simply fantastic!
- Enhance the flavor with some Roasted Tossed Mushrooms, on the side.
Baked Chicken Parmesan
A fantastic Chicken Parmesan recipe thats been given a twist! Breaded chicken cutlets are baked, not fried yet the chicken is so moist and full of flavor.
Cuisine: Italian
Prep time: 10 min Cook: 30 mins Total: 40 mins
Yield: 8 Servings Servings size: 1 piece
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, about 8 oz each, sliced in half lengthwise to make 8
- 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs, I used whole wheat, you can also use GF crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (or olive oil)
- 3/4 cup reduced fat mozzarella cheese, I used Polly-o
- 1 cup marinara or Filetto di pomodoro
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Turn the oven on to 450°F. Lightly mist a sizable baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, mix together breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. In another basin, melt the butter. Brush the chicken with a small amount of butter and then dunk it in the breadcrumb mixture. Transfer to a baking sheet, then repeat with the other chicken.
- After giving it one last little mist of oil, bake for twenty-five minutes.
- Take out of the oven, then cover each chicken piece with 1 tablespoon sauce and 1 1/2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for a further five minutes, or until the cheese melts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 piece, Calories: 251 kcal, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 31.5 g, Fat: 9.5 g, Cholesterol: 14 mg, Fiber: 1.5 g
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