Healthy Chicken Parmesan Made Easy with Colorful Vegetables
Enjoy a healthier twist on classic Chicken Parmesan with added nutrients from vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic, zucchini, and bell pepper until tender.
- Coat each chicken breast with breadcrumbs, place in a baking dish, and top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Add sautéed vegetables on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite herbs before cooking.
- Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with vegetables
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Healthy Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Parmesan with Vegetables, Healthy Recipes