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54g Protein Chicken Parm Bowl

A high-protein, macro-friendly chicken parmesan bowl with crispy breaded chicken, marinara, and melted mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine American, Italian-Inspired
Servings 2 bowls
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Knife & cutting board

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Sauce & Topping

  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce high-protein or low-sugar
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese part-skim shredded
  • fresh basil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet.
  • Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets.
  • Whisk eggs in one bowl and combine breadcrumbs, parmesan, and spices in another.
  • Dip chicken into egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
  • Place on baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  • Bake 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Top with marinara and mozzarella, return to oven 5 minutes.
  • Assemble bowls and garnish with basil.

Notes

Use thin cutlets for maximum tenderness and even cooking.
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