Best 9 Unbreaded Chicken Parmigiana Recipes

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Unbreaded chicken parmigiana is a healthier and lighter version of the classic Italian dish. The chicken is not breaded before being cooked, which reduces the amount of fat and calories in the dish. This recipe is also much simpler and quicker to prepare than traditional breaded chicken parmigiana, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. The result is a crispy, juicy chicken breast topped with melted cheese and a flavorful tomato sauce, all without the hassle of breading and frying.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

NO BREADING BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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My family loves this recipe. I use perdue perfect portions boneless skinless breasts and ragu extra meat spaghetti sauce when making this. This is quick and easy to make. There are never any leftovers.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
olive oil flavored cooking spray
spaghetti sauce
1 1/2 cups 2% shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Combine parmesan cheese, parsley, basil and oregano in a baggie.
  • Wash each breast with water and put in cheese mixture.
  • Spray 11 x 13 pan wih olive oil cooking spray.
  • Make sure each piece is coated with cheese and place each breast in pan and dump remaining cheese mixture on top.
  • Cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is done.
  • Top with spaghetti sauce and then add mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake unitl cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve with a side of spaghetti, salad and garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.1, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 127, Sodium 823.7, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 44.3

CHICKEN PARMESAN



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With more than 450 reviews and a five-star rating, Giada De Laurentiis' easy Chicken Parmesan recipe from Everyday Italian on Food Network is a red sauce win.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Eight 3-ounce chicken cutlets
1 1/2 cups Simple Tomato Sauce, recipe follows, or purchased marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
16 teaspoons grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 32-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
4 to 6 fresh basil leaves
2 dried bay leaves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Stir the oil and herbs in a small bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Brush both sides of the cutlets with the herb oil. Heat a large heavy oven-proof skillet over high heat. Add the cutlets and cook just until brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Spoon the marinara sauce over and around the cutlets. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the mozzarella over each cutlet, then sprinkle 2 teaspoons of the Parmesan over each. Sprinkle the butter pieces atop the cutlets. Bake until the cheese melts and the chicken is cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.;
  • In a large casserole pot, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the celery and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, basil, and bay leaves and simmer covered on low heat for 1 hour or until thick. Remove the bay leaves and check for seasoning. If the sauce still tastes acidic, add unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time to round out the flavors. Add half the tomato sauce into the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. Continue with the remaining tomato sauce.
  • If not using all the sauce, allow it to cool completely and pour 1 to 2 cup portions into freezer plastic bags. This will freeze up to 6 months.

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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Bobby Flay goes Italian with his recipe for mouthwatering Chicken Parmigiana, from Boy Meets Grill on Food Network. Try panko breadcrumbs for a lighter crust.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
4 large eggs, beaten with 2 tablespoons water and seasoned with salt and pepper
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 cup vegetable oil or pure olive oil
Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Fresh basil or parsley leaves, for garnish
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed with some kosher salt to make a paste
Two 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes and their juices, pureed in a blender
One 16-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 small can tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1 small bunch Italian parsley
1 Cubano chile pepper, chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in the flour and tap off excess, then dip in the egg and let excess drip off, then dredge on both sides in the bread crumbs.
  • Divide the oil between 2 large saute pans and heat over high heat until almost smoking. Add 2 chicken breasts to each pan and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and top each breast with some Tomato Sauce, a few slices of the mozzarella, salt and pepper, and a tablespoon of Parmesan. Bake in the oven until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with basil or parsley leaves.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft. Add pureed tomatoes with their juices, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 cup water, bay leaf, parsley, Cubano pepper, and bring to a boil. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Reduce heat and cook until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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This is a favorite dish in our family. I came up with this dish myself because the traditional version takes forever to make. I just throw a few ingredients together, pop the dish in the oven and forget it.-Robin Stevens, Cadiz, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3/4 cup water
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small saucepan, bring the tomato paste, water, garlic and seasonings to a boil. Pour over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheeses; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

BAKED CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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Spaghetti sauce mix is the secret to the flavorful breading in this chicken parmigiana recipe. Just top juicy chicken breasts with prepared sauce and mozzarella cheese. -Trisha Lange, Appleton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons spaghetti sauce mix
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup meatless spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Dip chicken in salad dressing, then coat with crumb mixture. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, until chicken juices run clear, 40-45 minutes. Drizzle with spaghetti sauces and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1048mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

THE BEST PARMESAN CHICKEN BAKE



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This chicken Parmesan is done casserole style (so, no breading or frying!), but still offers up that irresistible combination of tender chicken, crunchy/cheesy coating, and flavorful sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed and finely chopped
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 cups prepared marinara sauce
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 (5 ounce) package garlic croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Coat the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish with olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic and hot red pepper flakes.
  • Arrange the chicken breasts in bottom of the dish, and pour marinara sauce over chicken. Sprinkle basil over marinara sauce, and top with half the mozzarella cheese, followed by half the Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle on the croutons, then top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese and croutons are golden brown and the chicken is no longer pink inside, about 35 minutes to an hour, depending on the shape and thickness of your chicken breasts. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chicken breast should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 40.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1022.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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This is a very nice dinner for two. Serve it with your favorite pasta and tossed greens.

Provided by Candy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg, beaten
2 ounces dry bread crumbs
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¾ (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking sheet.
  • Pour egg into a small shallow bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken into egg, then into the bread crumbs. Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Pour 1/2 of the spaghetti sauce into a 7x11 inch baking dish. Place chicken over sauce, and cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top and return to the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 184.1 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 43.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1309.5 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

CHICKEN PARMESAN



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A classic Italian-American Parmesan - a casserole of fried, breaded meat or eggplant covered with tomato sauce and molten cheese - is all about balance. You need a bracing a tomato sauce to cut out the fried richness, while a milky, mild mozzarella rounds out the Parmesan's tang. Baked until brown-edged and bubbling, it's classic comfort food - hearty, gooey and satisfying. Although chicken or veal cutlets are the standard, boneless, skinless chicken thighs make a more flavorful alternative. Pork or turkey cutlets work nicely here, too.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, casseroles, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken, turkey or pork cutlets (or use chicken thighs for even more flavor)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
2 to 3 cups panko bread crumbs, as needed
Kosher salt, as needed
Black pepper, as needed
Olive oil, for frying
5 cups Simple Tomato Sauce (see recipe)
1 cup finely grated Parmesan, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, torn into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place cutlets between two pieces of parchment or plastic wrap. Using a kitchen mallet or rolling pin, pound meat to even 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • Place flour, eggs and panko into three wide, shallow bowls. Season meat generously with salt and pepper. Dip a piece in flour, then eggs, then coat with panko. Repeat until all the meat is coated.
  • Fill a large skillet with 1/2-inch oil. Place over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, fry cutlets in batches, turning halfway through, until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Spoon a thin layer of sauce over the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking pan. Sprinkle one-third of the Parmesan over sauce. Place half of the cutlets over the Parmesan and top with half the mozzarella pieces. Top with half the remaining sauce, sprinkle with another third of the Parmesan, and repeat layering, ending with a final layer of sauce and Parmesan.
  • Transfer pan to oven and bake until cheese is golden and casserole is bubbling, about 40 minutes. Let cool a few minutes before serving.

UNBREADED CHICKEN PARMIGIANA



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I 'borrowed' this recipe from the tv show 'Everyday Italian with Giada' and it is excellent! You don't miss the crust at all, we actually prefer it without!

Provided by Carol in Oz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1 sprig fresh rosemary
4 -6 basil leaves
1 teaspoon garlic, minced (amount is to taste, I tend to be heavy on the garlic!)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
salt and pepper
1 -2 tablespoon dried Italian herb seasoning
4 tablespoons margarine or 4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Chop basil and rosemary and mix with garlic into olive oil.
  • Brush herbs and oil onto chicken breasts and place in hot non-stick frying pan until golden on all sides without burning herbs.
  • Line baking dish with foil and spray with 'Pam' or similar product, this makes clean up fast and easy!
  • Place browned chicken on baking dish and spread top of chicken generously with tomato sauce.
  • Place approximately 2 tablespoons of ricotta over the tomato sauce.
  • Top with 1-2 tablespoons of grated mozzarella an 1-2 teaspoons parmesan.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, and desired amount of Italian herbs. Just a light sprinkle will do!
  • Add 1/2-1 tsp butter to each chicken piece.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes in a hot oven (400c)or until cheese is melted and browned.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken breasts remain juicy and tender, use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch before cooking.
  • For a crispy crust, make sure the chicken breasts are well-coated in breadcrumbs before pan-frying.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle to prevent the chicken from sticking and to ensure even cooking.
  • Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Top the chicken breasts with marinara sauce, cheese, and Parmesan cheese sebelum baking in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the chicken parmigiana immediately with your favorite sides, such as pasta, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Unbreaded chicken parmigiana is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The chicken breasts are tender and juicy, the sauce is flavorful, and the cheese is melted and gooey. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily make unbreaded chicken parmigiana at home. Just remember to pound the chicken breasts thin, coat them well in breadcrumbs, and cook them over medium heat. Top with your favorite sauce and cheese, and bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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