Description
A nutritious twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan, this recipe combines juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy, parmesan breadcrumb crust, served alongside roasted red potatoes and fresh green beans. It’s a balanced, hearty meal that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lb chicken breast (1-inch thickness)
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
- 1/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Potatoes:
- 2 lbs red potatoes (cut into halves)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
For the Green Beans:
- 1 lb green beans (fresh, with ends cut)
- 1 tablespoon parmesan
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix the parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts in olive oil, then dredge them in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Roast the Potatoes:
- While the chicken is baking, place the halved red potatoes on another baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic, parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to coat evenly, and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender, flipping halfway through.
- Cook the Green Beans:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the green beans, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Sprinkle with parmesan before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the crispy chicken breasts with roasted potatoes and sautéed green beans. Enjoy your healthy, delicious Chicken Parmesan with Vegetables!
Notes
- You can substitute the green beans with other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers, based on your preference.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs for the chicken coating.
- If you want to make the dish even lighter, you can skip the parmesan in the potatoes or reduce the oil used.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked, Sautéed
- Cuisine: Italian-American