Chicken Parmesan

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A lighter, skillet-seared version of the classic Italian-American favorite with a creamy spinach and cheese topping
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Chicken Parmesan

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 146.6
Dietary:
L Low-cal

Description

This streamlined Chicken Parmesan skips the heavy breading and deep frying for a tender, pan-seared approach that is just as satisfying. Thinly sliced chicken breasts are seasoned with Italian herbs and topped with a velvety sauce made from skim milk, margarine, and sharp Parmesan cheese. The addition of thawed frozen spinach and vibrant pimiento adds a pop of color and extra nutrients without weighing down the dish. It&# 226;€™s a perfect weeknight solution that feels indulgent yet light. Serve over pasta or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the rich, cheesy sauce. This recipe proves you can enjoy classic comfort food flavors while keeping things simple and wholesome.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Trim the chicken breasts, removing any visible fat, and slice them in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the margarine over medium-high heat.
  4. Season the chicken cutlets lightly with the crushed Italian seasoning.
  5. Place the chicken in the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
  6. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste.
  7. Slowly whisk in the skim milk, ensuring there are no lumps, and continue stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.
  8. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, thawed and drained spinach, chopped pimiento, and sliced green onions. Mix until the cheese is melted and the spinach is heated through.
  9. Spoon the creamy spinach mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
  10. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and the chicken is heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 146.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.5g12%
Saturated Fat 4.1g21%
Cholesterol 18.2mg7%
Sodium 464.0mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 9.3g4%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 2.8g
Protein 12.0g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, parmesan, italian, spinach, dinner, easy, weeknight, low-calorie, healthy, pan-seared, cheese, comfort-food, family-meal, poultry, quick, vegetarian-friendly-sauce
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