This Skillet Chicken Parmesan is made healthier with a homemade tomato sauce, skinless chicken breasts and no breading or frying (which means it’s also gluten free)! It’s a 30 minute meal that everyone will love!
Now, I will admit that my brain is about 99.9% stuck on fall baking these days. I actually almost forgot about 30 Minute Thursday this month (the first Thursday of every month where friends and I share 30 minute meals!).
But I figured that if it’s quick, easy recipes we’re supposed to be sharing, that I could probably handle it.
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about remaking my favorite comfort foods in a healthier way, with fewer processed foods and more whole ingredients. It’s really something that I’ve become passionate about, so you might just be seeing more of that around here!
Based on the popularity of this Healthier Skillet Lasagna, my Oven Fried Chicken, and this Healthier Hamburger Helper, I just have a feeling you won’t mind. I really want you to have a good selection of easy, healthy, family-friendly dinner recipes here to choose from, so I didn’t want to skip this opportunity to share another (even if I’m eating apple cake behind the scenes)!
I would love to hear what your favorite classic comfort foods are, so that I can remake them into healthier versions! Let me know below 🙂
Healthier Skillet Chicken Parmesan
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- salt and pepper
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1//2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat in canola oil for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside on a plate and cover with tin foil.
- To the skillet add the onion. Cook until softened and add the garlic, basil, parsley, and oregano and cook 1 minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and sugar if desired (sometimes canned tomatoes can have a bit of bitterness). Simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
- Return chicken breasts to pan and simmer for 2 minutes until heated through. Top with cheese, and cover pan. Let sit for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
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Melanie @ Gather for Bread says
Chicken parmesan is one of my absolute favorite meals! Looks perfect!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Melanie!
Danielle says
So, we’ve made your healthier skillet lasagna twice now and it is SOOOOOO good. I’m adding this to the menu soon because it looks delicious!
Ashley Fehr says
Oh that is so good to hear! Thanks Danielle! I hope this one is just as good 🙂
Medha says
I’m pretty hungry right now and this delicious plate of comfort food deliciousness is just making my stomach growl!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha! Mine too!
Julie Evink says
Love this healthier option! I’m tucking it away for when I’m trying to loose that baby fat again… wait didn’t I just do this?!?!
Ashley Fehr says
Lol! I’m STILL doing this!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
Oh I love this re-make on a classic. I love chicken parmesan, but the breading and frying is a lot (both a lot of work and a lot of calories). Your streamlined version is spot on. And hooray for still getting to enjoy a nice layer of cheese on top!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Liz! Anything I can do to cut some corners (and calories!)!
Izzy @ She Likes Food says
I’ve been thinking of making a vegetarian chicken parm version because Ive been craving it so much lately! I love this quick and healthy version!
Ashley Fehr says
Oooh that would be delicious! I can’t wait to see how it turns out!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
ANYTHING involving cheese is a favorite of mine, so you KNOW I love that you are giving some classic, cozy dishes a healthy upgrade! This skillet chicken parmesan could NOT look any more delicious! Serious drool-fest happening over here! I want to stuff my face with a platter full of this cluckin’ deliciousness! Cheers, girl!
Ashley Fehr says
Lol! I skipped the breading so that I can KEEP allllll the cheese! I knew you’d approve 😉
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Nothing beats a good skillet dinner ESPECIALLY if it involves comfort food like chicken parm!! This seriously looks so easy to throw together and I love that it’s lighter on the calories too so I can have MORE!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
My husband’s favorite meal is chicken parmesan! It never used to be my favorite because of how my mom prepared it when I was younger. But luckily, I’ve found new ways to make it. This healthier version is calling my name. Looks so good for busy weeknights!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Gayle!