Gluten-Free Chicken Parmigiana
Say hello to a flavor-packed twist on a classic with this Gluten-Free Chicken Parmigiana! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a crispy gluten-free breadcrumb crust, lending all the crunch and texture of the original without the gluten worries. Smothered in a rich marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella, and finished with fresh basil, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. With easy-to-follow steps and wholesome ingredients like Parmesan and dried herbs, it’s ready in under an hour—ideal for comfort food cravings or impressing guests. Pair it with gluten-free pasta or a crisp green salad for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s entirely gluten-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1.5 cups gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes: one with the gluten-free flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with a tablespoon of water, and one with gluten-free breadcrumbs combined with Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and dried basil.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken breasts in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
Return all browned chicken breasts to the skillet. Pour marinara sauce evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve the Gluten-Free Chicken Parmigiana with a side of gluten-free pasta or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.7 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 832 mg | 277% | |
| Sodium | 7484 mg | 325% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.8 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 223.1 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2174 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 2736 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
