Summer Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles
Savor the flavors of summer with this delightful Summer Chicken Parmesan featuring zoodles, a healthier alternative to traditional pasta. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in crispy breadcrumbs, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, all served over vibrant zucchini noodles. This dish is not only delicious but also lower in carbs, making it perfect for warm weather dining. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized into zoodles)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper, then dredge in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place the breaded chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven, pour marinara sauce over each chicken piece, and top with mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- While the chicken bakes, spiralize the zucchinis into zoodles using a spiralizer.
- Serve zoodles on plates topped with the baked chicken parmesan and drizzle with remaining marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg