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Gluten-Free Chicken Parmesan

Skip the restaurant and enjoy this Gluten-Free Chicken Parmesan recipe for dinner tonight!  A crispy crust made from parmigiana cheese and gluten-free breadcrumbs coats juicy chicken breasts that are cooked in a skillet with a marinara tomato sauce. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Jennifer Deppa

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs. chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour or a gluten-free 1-to-1 blend
  • ¾ tsp. salt divided
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 Tbsp. milk almond, cashew, or soy milk
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese or Parmigiano Regiano
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs or a gluten-free brand
  • 2 tsp. Italian seasoning homemade or store bought
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 24 oz. spaghetti or marinara sauce
  • 6 oz. mozzarella cheese shredded
  • Pasta or Zucchini Noodles
  • Parsley

Instructions

  • Using a meat mallet, pound chicken breasts to ¾ to 1-inch thick and cut into 4-ounce portions.
  • In three separate shallow bowls add the flour, ¼ tsp. salt, and ¼ tsp. pepper to the first bowl, whisk the egg and milk in the second bowl, and toss together the cheese, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and ½ tsp. salt in the third bowl.

For the Assembly:

  • Take one chicken breast and lightly coat it in the flour, dip it into the egg wash, and then coat it with the Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
  • Repeat the above step with the remaining pieces of chicken.

How to Cook:

  • Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat, or enough to coat the bottom of the pan.
  • Once oil starts to sizzle, place all 6 pieces of chicken in the skillet, being careful not to overlap any of them.
  • Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • Pour spaghetti sauce over chicken and pick up each breast so it gets underneath.
  • Cover skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature is 165°.
  • Just before serving sprinkle 1-ounce of mozzarella cheese on each piece of chicken.
  • After cheese has melted serve chicken Parmesan with spaghetti noodles, roasted spaghetti squash, or zucchini noodles. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Look for a gluten-free noodle that is made from quinoa, lentils, or brown rice instead of corn.
  • Serve the chicken Parmesan over zucchini noodles instead of regular noodles for a lower-carb twist.
  • Substitute the plain breadcrumbs and seasonings with Italian-style breadcrumbs for more flavor.

Meal Prep and Storage

    • How to prep ahead of time: You can tenderize the chicken up to one day early.
    • How to store: This dish will keep well for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
    • How to freeze: Place in a freezer safe container or freezer bag and store for up to 2-3 months. It is best stored without the cheese on top.
    • How to reheat: While you can microwave it to reheat it, you'll get the best texture if you add it back to the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and let cook over Medium to Medium-Low heat for 6-10 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 1328mg | Potassium: 866mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 855IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 3mg