Healthy Chicken Parmesan with Vegetables: A Deliciously Easy Twist
Enjoy a lightened-up version of the classic Chicken Parmesan, packed with healthy vegetables and delicious flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip chicken breasts in olive oil, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- Add sliced zucchini and diced bell pepper around the chicken.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken and top with spinach.
- Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with vegetables
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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