My Chicken Parmigiana With Homemade Pasta Sauce

Very Healthy
Health score
91%
My Chicken Parmigiana With Homemade Pasta Sauce
270 min.
5
1327kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your family and friends! My Chicken Parmigiana with Homemade Pasta Sauce is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings the warmth of Italian cooking right into your kitchen. With a health score of 91, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that combines the rich flavors of perfectly seasoned chicken, a robust homemade sauce, and gooey melted cheese.

Imagine sinking your fork into tender, breaded chicken cutlets, smothered in a luscious tomato sauce that has simmered for hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. The addition of fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and oregano elevates this dish, making it not only delicious but also aromatic. And let’s not forget the optional pepperoni slices that add a delightful twist for those who crave a little extra flavor!

This recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner, serving up to five people, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With a preparation time of 270 minutes, you can take your time to create a meal that is both satisfying and healthy, with only 1327 calories for the entire dish. Pair it with a side of angel hair pasta topped with the same homemade sauce, and you have a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to impress with this classic dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • large bay leaves 
  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped fine
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped fine
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar sweet (can use more or less depending on how you like your sauce. I actually use at least)
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper fresh black
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper fresh black
  • cup seasoned bread crumbs dry italian fine
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • large onion chopped
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped fine
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • cups pasta sauce homemade
  • cup pepperoni sliced
  • ounces provolone cheese sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red
  • teaspoon salt 
  •  chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 36 ounce canned tomatoes canned
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • 108 ounces tomato paste with water 6 times)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Pasta Sauce:.In dutch oven or large saucepot, heat olive oil over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic cloves; saute till softened, about 5 minutes (if using pepperoni slices, add here).
  3. Add tomato paste and 6 cans of water, which equals the 108 ounces of water (basically the rule is for every can of tomato paste, you add 3 cups of water).Bring to a boil and stir until all the tomato paste is dissolved; meanwhile add bay leaves, parsley, oregano, basil, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), garlic powder, sugar and parmesan cheese.Once the sauce has come to a boil, let simmer, uncovered, over medium to medium-low heat, for 3-4 hours or until thickened.Prepare chicken parmigiana:.
  4. Combine eggs, salt and pepper in bowl; place bread crumbs in another bowl.Dip chicken into egg mixture, then into bread crumbs.
  5. Heat oil until very hot and brown chicken on both sides.
  6. Remove chicken to shallow baking dish and pour excess oil from pan.
  7. Pour sauce over chicken and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.Cover and bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees F.Uncover and place provolone slices on top of chicken and bake 10 minutes more or until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Serve with a side of angel hair pasta topped with the spaghetti sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1327kcal
Protein23.33%
Fat28.37%
Carbs48.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
97.22
Glycemic Load
55.62
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
79.931304185287%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.73mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
6.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1327.33kcal
66.37%
Fat:45.24g
69.6%
Saturated Fat:18.23g
113.91%
Carbohydrates:173.28g
57.76%
Net Carbohydrates:139.79g
50.83%
Sugar:101.84g
113.16%
Cholesterol:208.65mg
69.55%
Sodium:7786.74mg
338.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:83.7g
167.4%
Potassium:7981.49mg
228.04%
Vitamin A:11300.27IU
226.01%
Vitamin E:32.9mg
219.35%
Vitamin C:168.96mg
204.8%
Vitamin B3:37.4mg
187.01%
Copper:2.95mg
147.58%
Manganese:2.94mg
147.01%
Selenium:102.78µg
146.83%
Vitamin B6:2.9mg
144.86%
Iron:25.47mg
141.49%
Fiber:33.5g
133.98%
Phosphorus:1331.15mg
133.11%
Vitamin K:129.9µg
123.72%
Vitamin B2:1.72mg
101.42%
Magnesium:393.94mg
98.49%
Calcium:922.69mg
92.27%
Vitamin B1:0.96mg
64.19%
Zinc:8.97mg
59.81%
Vitamin B5:4.53mg
45.34%
Folate:171.47µg
42.87%
Vitamin B12:1.69µg
28.21%
Vitamin D:1.09µg
7.24%
Source:Food.com