Low Sodium Chicken Parmesan

Total time50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time30 min

Golden, crackly-crusted chicken cutlets take center stage here, pounded thin for even cooking and seared until deeply browned before getting blanketed in warm marinara and melted mozzarella. The breadcrumb coating, seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian herbs, delivers that satisfying crunch against the tender chicken underneath, while a quick finish in the oven melts everything into bubbling, golden perfection. Torn fresh basil on top adds a bright, herbal note that cuts through the richness of the sauce and cheese. It's a comforting, restaurant-style dinner you can build entirely from ingredients you control from start to finish, making it an easy fit for a low-sodium kitchen. Serve it over pasta or alongside a simple salad for a full meal that still feels indulgent.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
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½ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp black pepper
½ cup whole milk
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Chef's tip
Choose a grated-style vegan parmesan and use the same amount.
1 tsp dried italian seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil

For the topping

1 ½ cups marinara sauce
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Chef's tip
Use low-moisture mozzarella and shred before measuring.

For serving

2 tbsp fresh basil, torn (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin to an even 1/2-inch thickness.
2
Set up three shallow dishes: in the first, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour the milk into the second dish. In the third, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.

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