Hey y’all! Let’s whip up something tasty and healthy together. Today, we’re diving into a delicious recipe for Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this tasty twist on a classic dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
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Feast your eyes on this scrumptious Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan. Just look at that golden-brown crunch!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create this mouthwatering dish:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil spray
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Now, let’s get cooking:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While that’s heating up, get your baking dish ready.
- In a shallow bowl, mix the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Take each chicken breast and coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure they’re nice and covered!
- Spray the baking dish with olive oil spray and place the coated chicken breasts in the dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the outside is crispy.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each breast.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Take it out, let it cool for a minute, and then garnish with fresh basil if you want.
And there y’all have it! Serve it up with a side salad, some whole grain pasta, or your favorite veggies for an all-around good meal. Enjoy your Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan and share the love!
