Zesty Baked Chicken Parmesan
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

A family-friendly twist on classic Chicken Parmesan, baked to perfection with a crispy panko crust and served over a bed of whole wheat pasta.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs, panko style
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Pound chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper to 1/2-inch thickness.
- 2
In one shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs and parmesan. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip chicken in eggs, then coat in breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.


