Starflower’s Healthy Chicken Parmesan

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Healthy and Flavorful Chicken Parmesan to Satisfy Your Cravings

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
	1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
	1 tablespoon mixed Italian herbs
	4 slices provolone cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

319

Sugar

Fat

11g

Chicken parmesan is a classic Italian-American dish that is loved by many. Starflower's Healthy Chicken Parmesan offers a healthier version of the traditional dish without sacrificing flavor. The chicken is coated with seasoned bread crumbs and Italian herbs, giving it a crispy texture and bold flavor. Topped with provolone cheese, this dish is baked to perfection and is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
3.	Mix bread crumbs and Italian herbs together in a shallow dish.
4.	Place each chicken breast in the bread mixture, coating well.
5.	Place breaded chicken on the greased baking sheet.
6.	Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
7.	Top each chicken breast with a slice of provolone cheese, place back in the oven and bake until cheese is melted.

PROS

This recipe is a healthier take on traditional chicken parmesan.

The chicken is baked instead of fried, which cuts down on excess oil and calories.

The dish is also a good source of protein and relatively low in carbs.

CONS

While this recipe is healthier than traditional versions of chicken parmesan, it is still high in sodium and saturated fat due to the cheese and bread crumbs.

Additionally, this recipe calls for seasoned bread crumbs, which may contain added sugar and preservatives.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
This recipe also calls for Italian herbs, which are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Eating a diet rich in antioxidants has been linked to a decreased risk of chronic disease.