Cooking Light Magazine's Chicken Parmesan

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Cooking Light Magazine's Chicken Parmesan—a healthier spin on the classic Italian-American favorite that doesn't skimp on flavor. This recipe features tender, oven-baked chicken breasts coated in a crisp Parmesan-panko crust, enhanced with the aromatic punch of Italian seasoning. Topped with zesty marinara sauce, melted part-skim mozzarella, and fresh basil, this dish offers indulgence without the guilt. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for four servings, it’s a simple yet elegant meal the whole family will love. Pair it with a fresh salad, roasted veggies, or pasta for a wholesome, satisfying dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 as needed olive oil spray
• 1.5 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 6 pieces fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set aside.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet, pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, place the flour. In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. In a third shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, coating both sides, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally press it into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating. Place the prepared chicken on the baking sheet.

Step 5

Lightly spray the tops of the chicken breasts with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 6

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, then sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Serve alongside a fresh salad, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1460.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2310.8

Total Fat 79.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1063.6mg	0%
Sodium 5204.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 288.4g	0%

Vitamin D 87.0IU	0%
Calcium 1460.0mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2111.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.3%

Protein: 50.3%

Carbs: 18.4%