Best 7 Skinny Easiest Chicken Parmesan Recipes

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Craving a delicious chicken parmesan without worrying about extra calories? Look no further! This article offers the best recipe for a skinny chicken parmesan that combines the classic flavors of this beloved dish with healthier ingredients and a simplified cooking method. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned pro, this recipe guarantees a fantastic meal that's both flavorful and guilt-free. Get ready to satisfy your cravings with this irresistible skinny chicken parmesan recipe that won't compromise on taste!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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The super thing about this dish is that you get full flavour without having to brown the chicken.

Provided by Cracker Barrel

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     CRACKER BARREL Shreds

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ½ cups pasta sauce
6 tablespoons CRACKER BARREL Finely Shredded 100% Parmesan Cheese
6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
330 grams spaghetti, uncooked
1 ½ cups CRACKER BARREL Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pour sauce into 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Stir in 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) Parmesan. Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each breast with sauce. Cover.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is done (165 degrees F). Meanwhile, cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Top chicken with remaining cheeses; bake, uncovered, 5 minutes or until mozzarella is melted.
  • Drain spaghetti. Serve topped with chicken and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 59.7 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 754.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

SUNNY'S EASY CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Nonstick cooking spray (olive oil or butter), for coating the baking sheet and chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, gently pounded to an even thickness
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups seasoned Italian breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup prepared pizza sauce (not tomato sauce)
Four 1/4-inch-thick slices fresh mozzarella

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or nonstick aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper, then coat each breast with cooking spray. In a shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Press the chicken breasts into the mixture 1 at a time to coat on all sides, shaking off the excess. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Bake, flipping halfway through, until the juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and turn on the broiler. Spoon the pizza sauce evenly over the top of each chicken breast and top with a slice of mozzarella. Place under the broiler and watch for the cheese to melt and bubble. Serve.

A 20-MINUTE CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Very fast and easy to make! And delicious! Barilla Napoletana® ready-made tomato sauce and garlic with a little bit of fresh lemon goes along very well with chicken.

Provided by Aleksa

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 egg
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter
1 ¾ cups pasta sauce (such as Barilla Napoletana®)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Press chicken breasts with the palm of your hand to flatten to an even thickness.
  • Beat egg into a shallow bowl; place bread crumbs into a separate shallow bowl. Dip each chicken breast into beaten egg and press into bread crumbs to coat.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat and fry coated chicken breasts until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Pour pasta sauce over chicken, cover, and bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Sprinkle chicken with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Cover and simmer until cheeses melt, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 135.1 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 929.1 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

THE BEST CRISPY CHICKEN PARMESAN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, onion powder, flour, eggs, seasoned breadcrumb, marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, fresh basil, vegetable oil

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 cup flour
2 eggs
1 cup seasoned breadcrumb
2 cups marinara sauce
8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
fresh basil, thinly sliced, to serve
vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken breasts in half widthwise to make 4 thin breasts.
  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  • Coat the chicken in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs.
  • Pour oil in a cast-iron skillet to come ¼ inch (½ cm) up the side. Heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry on both sides until brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Place the fried chicken breasts in a baking dish. If they don't fit side by side, gently overlap them. Pour the marinara over the chicken.
  • Top with mozzarella slices and Parmesan.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
  • Serve with freshly chopped basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 6 grams

SIMPLE CHICKEN PARMESAN



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This unique combination of chicken breasts in spaghetti sauce makes a pretty dish, and it's so flavorful. -Mary Dennis, Bryan, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Hot cooked linguine

Steps:

  • Brown chicken in oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add spaghetti sauce and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., Sprinkle with cheeses. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SKINNY EASIEST CHICKEN PARMESAN



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This Chicken Parmesan is lighter and healthier than the traditional version, but just as flavorful, filling and fresh as the original.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 oz uncooked multigrain angel hair pasta
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, warmed
8 oz uncooked chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fresh basil leaves, shredded
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat Tomato Sauce ingredients over medium-low heat. Simmer 5 to 7 minutes to combine flavors. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat 4-quart saucepan two-thirds full of water to boiling over medium-high heat. Add pasta; cook and drain as directed on package. Return to pan; add chicken broth, and toss to coat.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, toss chicken, olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Heat 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until browned. Turn; cook 2 to 3 minutes to brown other side.
  • Divide pasta among 4 plates. Sprinkle with basil. Top each with one-fourth of the chicken; drizzle with tomato sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

SKINNY CHICKEN PARMESAN PASTA BAKE



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Light on calories but heavy on flavor, this lightened-up, baked chicken and no-boil pasta casserole is so simple and so satisfying.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce
1 cup water
1/2 lb uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta
1 package (14 oz) chicken breast tenders, cut in 1-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup Progresso™ Panko Italian style crispy bread crumbs
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix pasta sauce and water; stir in pasta. Pour into baking dish.
  • Rub chicken tenders with pepper flakes and salt. Place chicken in single layer on top of pasta mixture in baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese. Cover tightly with foil. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until pasta is tender and most of sauce is absorbed. Remove foil; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; stir to coat in butter. Cook 1 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until toasted. Pour mixture into medium bowl; stir in remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over baked pasta. Top with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful marinade for the chicken to infuse it with delicious flavor. A simple marinade made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, basil, and salt and pepper will do the trick.
  • To achieve a crispy coating, double-coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture. First, coat the chicken in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper. Next, dip the chicken in a beaten egg wash. Finally, coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture again.
  • Use a large skillet to cook the chicken so that it has plenty of room to brown evenly. Be sure to preheat the skillet over medium heat before adding the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown and cooked through. If you are using a meat thermometer, the internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil.
  • Top the chicken with marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese. Then, place the chicken under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the chicken parmesan immediately with spaghetti or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Chicken parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make chicken parmesan that is crispy, flavorful, and sure to please everyone at the table. So, next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give chicken parmesan a try. You won't be disappointed!

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