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Baked Chicken Parmesan

by Joey Firoben • featured in Healthy Chicken Parmesan Dinner For 2

Ingredients

for 2 servings

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
  • 1 jar marinara sauce, heated
  • whole wheat pasta
  • fresh basil, for garnish

Breading

  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs (25 g)
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese (55 g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Nutrition Info

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    Calories 752
    Fat 31g
    Carbs 32g
    Fiber 3g
    Sugar 9g
    Protein 82g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (215°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the panko, parmesan cheese, basil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Beat the 2 eggs in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken in the egg wash, then coat with the bread crumb mixture.
  4. Transfer the breaded chicken breasts to a greased roasting pan. Top the chicken with 2 small slices of mozzarella.
  5. Bake for 20-25 min, until the cheese and bread crumbs have turned golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, or until it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (73°C).
  6. Serve with whole wheat spaghetti, marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
  7. Enjoy!