Vegetarian Classic Chicken Parmesan

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Vegetarian Classic Chicken Parmesan, a plant-based twist on the Italian-American favorite that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Crispy, golden-breaded vegetarian chicken-style cutlets are cooked to perfection and smothered in rich tomato sauce, gooey melted mozzarella cheese, and fragrant herbs like oregano and basil. This satisfying dish is baked to bubbly, cheesy perfection and topped with fresh basil for a touch of freshness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a seamless skillet-to-oven technique, this recipe captures all the hearty, cheesy goodness of the original while remaining vegetarian-friendly. Serve it with a side of pasta or a crisp green salad for an irresistibly satisfying meal. Perfect for fans of classic comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces vegetarian chicken-style cutlets
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

Step 2

Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, add the flour. In the second dish, whisk the eggs. In the third dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Coat each vegetarian chicken-style cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs gently onto the cutlets to help them adhere.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded cutlets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Step 5

Once all cutlets are browned, remove the skillet from heat. Spoon tomato sauce evenly over each cutlet.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce-covered cutlets.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1310.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2527.4

Total Fat 138.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 532.5mg	0%
Sodium 5913.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.1g
Protein 152.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1961.3mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 838.8mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 23.8%