Description
A simpler, oven-baked version of classic chicken parmesan that delivers tender chicken, crispy coating, rich sauce, and melted cheese without frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 12 ounces each
- 1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup whole wheat Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large egg whites
- 4 ounces part-skim mozzarella
- 1/2 cup high-quality jarred tomato sauce plus extra for serving as desired
- Fresh basil thinly sliced or chopped
- Optional for serving: prepared whole wheat spaghetti or zucchini noodles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise, creating 4 pieces total. Pound each piece to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Set aside.
- In a wide, shallow bowl, combine the Italian breadcrumbs, whole wheat Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg whites until lightly foamy. Cut the mozzarella into 4 slices, or grate and divide into four equal portions.
- Arrange your workstation with the pounded chicken, egg whites, breadcrumb mixture, and then the baking sheet. Working one at a time, dip each piece of chicken into the egg whites, shaking off excess. Then, dip the chicken into the breadcrumbs, gently patting so the crumbs stick to all sides.
- Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly coat the tops of the chicken with cooking spray. Bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and the crumbs are brown, about 15 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the oven, spoon 2 tablespoons of sauce over each piece, and top with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted, about 3-5 additional minutes.
- Sprinkle with basil and serve immediately, adding extra sauce as desired.
Notes
- You can serve this dish with prepared whole wheat spaghetti or zucchini noodles.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature with a thermometer to confirm it reaches 160°F before topping with cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: Baked Chicken Parmesan, Easy Dinner Recipes, Comfort Food Dinners, Oven Baked Chicken, Cheesy Dinner, Weeknight Dinner, Italian Homemade