Chicken Parmesan

Health score
40%
Chicken Parmesan
16 min.
2
844kcal

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There's something undeniably comforting about a classic Chicken Parmesan. This dish combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a crispy golden coating, all smothered in rich tomato sauce and layered with gooey mozzarella and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a marvelous main course for dinner, or a meal that will impress at any gathering, this recipe is sure to deliver.

In just 16 minutes, you can bring restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. The secret lies in the careful preparation: flattening the chicken to ensure even cooking, dipping it into a light egg wash, and coating it generously with a seasoned breadcrumb mixture that boasts a delightful crunch. Paired with a simple yet flavorful tomato sauce, every bite of this dish is a perfect balance of textures and tastes.

Not only is this Chicken Parmesan delicious, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Plus, with its caloric breakdown highlighting a good mix of protein, fats, and carbs, it can be enjoyed without guilt. So gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and treat yourself to a comforting homemade classic that will leave you and your loved ones satisfied and eager for seconds!

Ingredients

  •  skinned and boned chicken breasts 
  •  egg whites lightly beaten
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • cup italian-seasoned breadcrumbs 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • servings tomato sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Combine breadcrumbs, flour, and ground red pepper in a small bowl, and set aside.
  2. Place chicken between two sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and flatten to 1/4-inch thickness, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  3. Dip 1 chicken breast in egg whites, and coat with breadcrumb mixture. Dip again in egg mixture, and coat again in breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken breast.
  5. Cook chicken in hot oil over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until done.
  6. Place chicken breasts in a single layer in a lightly greased 8-inch square baking dish. Top evenly with Tomato Sauce and cheeses.
  7. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until cheeses melt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories844kcal
Protein37.5%
Fat35.34%
Carbs27.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
89.5
Glycemic Load
6.62
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
42.786522243334%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:843.84kcal
42.19%
Fat:32.74g
50.36%
Saturated Fat:12.46g
77.89%
Carbohydrates:56.6g
18.87%
Net Carbohydrates:51.48g
18.72%
Sugar:8.68g
9.64%
Cholesterol:200.35mg
66.79%
Sodium:2264.52mg
98.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:78.15g
156.3%
Selenium:110.36µg
157.65%
Vitamin B3:29.07mg
145.34%
Vitamin B6:1.96mg
98.16%
Phosphorus:905.43mg
90.54%
Vitamin B1:0.83mg
55.5%
Vitamin B2:0.93mg
54.68%
Calcium:534.98mg
53.5%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.36%
Potassium:1471.25mg
42.04%
Vitamin B5:4.18mg
41.82%
Vitamin K:37.62µg
35.83%
Vitamin B12:2.13µg
35.58%
Iron:5.72mg
31.76%
Magnesium:126.02mg
31.5%
Zinc:4.69mg
31.26%
Vitamin A:1408.76IU
28.18%
Folate:111.59µg
27.9%
Vitamin E:3.68mg
24.54%
Fiber:5.12g
20.46%
Copper:0.38mg
18.95%
Vitamin C:13.29mg
16.11%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.42%
Source:My Recipes