Chicken Parmesan

25 min

4 servings

A better-for-you homemade version of a restaurant classic, ready in just 20 minutes. Save over 350 calories, 31 g fat and 1,150 mg sodium by using this recipe when compared to typical restaurant versions.

Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 pkg regular or gluten free breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp 3 Onion Dip Mix
  • Sea Salt, if desired
  • Black Pepper, if desired
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1⁄2 cups Marinara Sauce
  • 1 can (28 oz/796 ml) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (28 oz/796 ml) crushed tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp Marinara Sauce Mix
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Preparation

  1. In a shallow bowl, stir together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, seasoning, and Salt and Pepper, if desired. One at the time, dip chicken in dry mixture, coating evenly.
  2. Preheat a frying pan over medium heat; add oil and then chicken. Cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 5 minutes each side.
  3. Add Marinara Sauce. Gently stir, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 270, Fat 10 g (Saturated 5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g (Fiber 2 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 32 g.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 1 cup steamed rice and 1 cup mixed veggies.