The Best Chicken Parmesan recipe, made a bit healthier! Breaded chicken cutlets are baked, not fried yet the chicken is so moist and full of flavor.
Baked Chicken Parmesan
The Best Chicken Parmesan recipe, made a bit healthier! Breaded chicken cutlets are baked, not fried yet the chicken is so moist and full of flavor.
Prep: 10min
Total: 40min
Yield: 8
Serving Size: 1 piece
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 piece, calories 251 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 31.5 g, Fat 9.5 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fiber 1.5 g
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
Instruction:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray a large baking sheet lightly with spray.
- Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl. Melt the butter in another bowl. Lightly brush the butter onto the chicken, then dip into breadcrumb mixture. Place on baking sheet and repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Lightly spray a little more oil on top and bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven, spoon 1 tbsp sauce over each piece of chicken and top each with 1 1/2 tbsp of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
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FAQ
What’s the difference between chicken parmesan and chicken parmigiana?
Brace yourself for this one—they’re the same dish! Chicken Parmesan and chicken Parmigiana are just different names for the same exact recipe. And, with a name like “chicken Parmigiana”, you might assume that this recipe is Italian. While it has roots in Italy (in a way), chicken Parmesan is all-American.
Do you bake chicken at 400 covered or uncovered?
You never have to worry about covering chicken while baking, as it’s fine to bake it uncovered. Once your chicken is in the oven, it’s hands-free until you need to check the temperature. Then, you can whip up a no-cook appetizer, side dish, or dessert if you’re feeling ambitious. Was this page helpful?
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Ingredients
- 1 cup flour.
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, divided.
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (about a handful)
- 2 tablespoons chopped oregano (about half a palmful)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 8 chicken breast cutlets, about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds.
