Mediterranean Diet Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Elevate your dinner routine with this Mediterranean Diet Parmesan Crusted Chicken, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite! Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a golden, crunchy blend of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and whole wheat breadcrumbs, this recipe is bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Seasoned with garlic, fresh parsley, a hint of oregano, and a splash of tangy lemon juice, every bite is irresistibly zesty and herbaceous. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, it’s a healthy, quick, and delicious meal option that satisfies while aligning with the principles of the Mediterranean diet. Serve it alongside a fresh Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete, nutrient-packed meal your family will adore. Keywords: Mediterranean Diet, Parmesan Crusted Chicken, easy baked chicken recipe, healthy dinner ideas, Mediterranean flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets, if they are too thick.
In a shallow bowl, mix together olive oil and lemon juice. Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the olive oil mixture.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
In another bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, whole wheat breadcrumbs, dried oregano, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each chicken breast into the olive oil mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
Press the chicken into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly and pressing firmly to adhere the crust.
Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving your delicious Mediterranean Diet Parmesan Crusted Chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 4668 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 159.6 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 599 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1727 mg | 37% | |
*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.
