Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan, or Chicken Parmigiana, is a beloved Italian-American comfort food featuring a breaded and fried chicken cutlet topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. It typically includes ingredients like chicken breast, breadcrumbs, tomato sauce, and various Italian herbs, often served with pasta or a side salad.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and cheese, but also tends to be high in fat and calories due to frying and generous cheese portions. A typical serving can range from 500 to 800 calories, providing calcium, iron, and vitamin C from the tomato sauce.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	40 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Phosphorus	380 mg
Selenium	35 mcg

Per 1 serving (approx. 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Chicken Parmesan is a classic example of Italian-American culinary adaptation, evolving from the Italian dish Eggplant Parmigiana to suit American tastes for meat. Nutritionally, it balances indulgence with protein, making it a popular yet hearty meal choice in many households.