Name: Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 1 cup crushed tomatoes; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp dried basil; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

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My Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Healthy chicken parmigiana is one of the tastiest chicken parmesan recipes you have ever cooked!

➡️ Many of you have heard of chicken parmesan or chicken parm, but not chicken parmigiana, though the same thing. Why? Because Americans tend to simplify and Americanize things, so it seems that the Italian food Pollo alla parmigiana has turned into Parmesan chicken. By the way, parmigiana means “with Parmesan” in Italian and Parmesan is an Italian cow cheese and the English and American translation of the Italian word Parmigiano-Reggiano.

➡️ Parmesan chicken is extremely popular nowadays and the recipe is cooked in various variants, both at home and in restaurants. Traditionally, chicken parmesan is made by preparing boneless chicken breast like a schnitzel, ie the meat is coated with flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then fried in hot oil in the pan. Finally, it’s added tomato sauce and mozzarella or parmesan over the fried chicken breast (see details below.)

➡️ Therefore, due to the fact that the chicken breast is fried in oil, many people think that this recipe is not very healthy due to both the oil and the frying. Well, cooking a healthy chicken parmesan recipe is an achievable goal and even an easy task.

➡️ So, when you looking for a healthier and more nutritious version of the classic Italian dish, try the Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe (see below) that’s packed with flavors and wholesome ingredients. Instead of deep-frying the chicken and adding a heavy layer of cheese and breadcrumbs, this recipe uses simple and healthier ingredients to create a lighter version of this classic dish.

➡️ Instead of using heavy amounts of cheese and breadcrumbs, this recipe uses simple and wholesome ingredients that are packed with nutrients. The tomato sauce is made from crushed tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, which adds a burst of fresh and tangy flavors to the dish. The finishing touch is a sprinkle of fresh mozzarella cheese, which melts perfectly over the chicken and adds a creamy and savory flavor.

➡️ This dish is a great choice for those who want to enjoy the flavors of Chicken Parmesan without the guilt. It’s a perfect balance of flavor and nutrition, and it’s sure to become a new family favorite.

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Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Healthy Chicken Parmesan Recipe is a delicious and healthier take on the classic Italian dish. Instead of deep-frying the chicken and covering it in a heavy layer of cheese and breadcrumbs, this recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients to create a lighter and more nutritious version. The chicken breasts are lightly coated in a mixture of flour and parmesan cheese, then baked to crispy perfection in the oven. The sauce is made from crushed tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, and the dish is finished off with a sprinkle of fresh mozzarella cheese. This dish is the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition, and it's sure to become a new family favorite.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4 servings

Calories

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 cup crushed tomatoes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, combine the flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg, then coat in the almond flour mixture, making sure to cover both sides.
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy.
In a small saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Spoon the sauce over the chicken breasts, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve hot.

Notes

Cooking Tips:

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before coating them. This will ensure that they cook evenly and stay juicy.
Use a non-stick baking sheet or line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking the chicken. A hot oven ensures that the coating will get crispy and golden brown.
Don’t over-bake the chicken or it will become dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

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Cooking Chicken Parmesan Is A Breeze!

➡️ So how do we cook a healthy chicken parmesan recipe? Simple, instead of frying the chicken breast in hot oil from the pan, we bake it in the oven! And so, magically, the unhealthy factor disappears from the recipe! After the chicken breast is cooked through, the recipe is still made according to the authentic method, namely the breaded chicken breast is topped with tomato sauce and parmesan and then served immediately while it’s still hot.

➡️ So, in this healthy chicken parmesan recipe, you will only use skinless and boneless chicken breast. This healthier recipe is the perfect example of using lean chicken breast meat, which provides you with protein but fewer calories. If you don’t know how to make baked chicken breast schnitzel, learn the recipe from here.

➡️ In addition to being healthy, the recipe for cooking chicken parmesan in the oven is very easy. Today there is sliced chicken breast in any supermarket, you just have to prepare it like schnitzel, and then put it in the oven to bake. Meanwhile, you can quickly make a homemade tomato sauce (there are dozens of easy recipes) or use a canned one. Grated Parmesan cheese is also easy to buy. Finally, you just need to assemble the ingredients and dinner is ready! Simple, fast, and extra tasty!

➡️ Chicken parmesan is one of the tastiest boneless chicken breast recipes available today and can be a healthy food as well! If you need additional info, read more on Chicken Parmigiana!

➡️ I recommend you to try other delicious chicken schnitzel recipes available on this website such as oven-baked chicken strips, pan-fried chicken fingers, German chicken schnitzel, and French chicken schnitzel.