Easy Weeknight Chicken Parmesan

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Health score
19%
Easy Weeknight Chicken Parmesan
30 min.
4
478kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious dinner that the whole family will love, look no further than this Easy Weeknight Chicken Parmesan! In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a mouthwatering meal that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a crispy, golden-brown coating, all topped with gooey melted mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This dish is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a fantastic way to elevate your weeknight dinners without spending hours in the kitchen.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right at home. The combination of Italian-style panko breadcrumbs and freshly shredded cheeses gives the chicken a delightful crunch and rich flavor that pairs perfectly with a side of spaghetti. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some extra protein and satisfy those carb cravings!

Whether you're cooking for a busy weeknight or planning a cozy family dinner, this Chicken Parmesan is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and get ready to enjoy a comforting, hearty meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup style panko bread crumbs crispy italian progresso®
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  •  chicken breasts boneless skinless
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti uncooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
  2. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Shake each chicken breast in bread crumb mixture; set aside.
  3. In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken breasts; cook 6 to 10 minutes, turning once, until browned.
  5. Pour cooking sauce around chicken; sprinkle chicken with remaining bread crumb mixture and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Heat to boiling. Cover; reduce heat to medium. Cook 5 to 8 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F) and cheese is melted.
  7. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts

Calories478kcal
Protein35.42%
Fat24.04%
Carbs40.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.5
Glycemic Load
17.4
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
21.179130611212%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:477.83kcal
23.89%
Fat:12.47g
19.18%
Saturated Fat:5.91g
36.93%
Carbohydrates:47.31g
15.77%
Net Carbohydrates:45.24g
16.45%
Sugar:2.19g
2.44%
Cholesterol:100.11mg
33.37%
Sodium:480.4mg
20.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.33g
82.67%
Selenium:80.1µg
114.43%
Vitamin B3:13.14mg
65.72%
Phosphorus:511.96mg
51.2%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.47%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.9%
Calcium:269.49mg
26.95%
Vitamin B5:1.97mg
19.68%
Magnesium:71.22mg
17.81%
Zinc:2.59mg
17.28%
Potassium:589.3mg
16.84%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.36%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.22%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.42%
Copper:0.22mg
10.87%
Iron:1.61mg
8.97%
Fiber:2.07g
8.28%
Vitamin A:288.4IU
5.77%
Folate:22.66µg
5.67%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.36%
Vitamin C:1.82mg
2.21%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.78%
Vitamin K:1.42µg
1.36%
Source:Allrecipes