Quick and Healthyish One Pan Parmesan Chicken

Let’s be honest, chicken breasts can get a little, well, boring, but it doesn’t have to be that way! We eat plenty of chicken breast around here. It’s a fabulous, healthy, and economic lean protein, so I am always testing new and different ways to spice things up.

About This Recipe

This dish has become a fan favorite (and by fans I mean myself, my husband, plus a 9, 7, and 3 year old so far 😉 ). It’s Healthy, Quick, Budget Friendly, Easy, and Cheesy. Served up with our favorite roasted or steamed veggie on the side and this one checks all the boxes for our house, and I hope it will for yours too! See notes on serving suggestions and how to make this meal dairy free as well!

Quick and Healthyish One Pan Parmesan Chicken

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• Author: Liz Willis

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Description

This is a healthy gluten free take on chicken parmesan. Serve up with your favorite roasted or steamed veggie or gluten free pasta on the side.

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Ingredients

Units USM Scale 1x2x3x

• 4 thin sliced chicken breasts (or slice your own)
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups marinara sauce (I love Rao’s or Classico)

Topping:

• 1/2 cup gluten free bread crumbs (I use Kikkoman gluten free panko)
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• pinch of salt
• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Optional:

• Gluten free pasta and/or veggie to serve alongside

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Instructions

*If serving this meal with gluten free pasta and/or veggie, make it first and set aside. The rest of the recipe happens quickly.

1. Combine 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1/2 cup gluten free breadcrumbs, and pinch of salt with a fork. Set aside.
2. Season the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
3. Preheat a large cast iron or oven-safe skillet with high sides over medium high heat.
4. Place 1 tablespoon olive oil in the pan and move it around to coat the bottom. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side.
5. Turn down the heat to low-medium and add 2 cups marinara sauce. Place the lid on and simmer 2 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven’s broiler on high.
6. Take off the lid, sprinkle with 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese first and then sprinkle over the breadcrumb mixture on top of the cheese.
7. Place the whole pan under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and breadcrumbs are browned, watching carefully.

Notes

• To make this dairy free: Simply substitute your favorite dairy free version of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses and butter.
• If your store does not carry thin sliced chicken breasts: Make your own thin sliced chicken breasts by placing the breast down on a cutting board, hold your hand flat across the top to steady it, and carefully make a horizonal cut through the middle of the breast.

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