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Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan

Kayla Cappiello
This easy and flavorful Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan is a perfect weeknight meal or quick lunch that can be made in just 15 minutes or less. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it's easy to customize to make it gluten-free, dairy-free, and even fat-free.
This Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan recipe is so easy to make because it uses pre-made chicken cutlets and jarred tomato sauce. There's no need to chop or dice any vegetables, and the cooking time is minimal. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights or when you're short on time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 336 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1 cup gluten free breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • fresh basil optional for topping
  • 1 1/2-2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 cup dairy free shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Add egg to a shallow bowl. Whisk together. Add breadcrumbs to a separate bowl.
  • Dip each chicken breast into the eggs then the breadcrumbs. Cover with breadcrubs on both side.
  • Add to air fryer and cook on 400 for 12-17 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165.
  • Remove chicken cutlets from air fryer. Add the cutlets to a cutting board. Cut into 1” slices.
  • Add sliced cutlets to frying oven-safe pan.
  • Cover with tomato sauce and top with dairy free mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake on 350 for 25-30 minutes
  • Top with fresh basil and vegan parmesan cheese.

Notes

Gluten free chicken cutlets:
You can easily make your own by dredging boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a mixture of gluten-free breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper, and then cooking them in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
Serving:
This Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan is best served immediately after cooking, while the cheese is still melted and bubbly. However, it can also be served at room temperature. If you're serving this dish for a party, you can keep it warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
Storing:
Leftover Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To store, place the leftovers in an airtight container. When ready to reheat, simply place the leftovers in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
Freezing:
The Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan can also be frozen for up to 3 months. To freeze, place the leftovers in a freezer-safe container or bag. When ready to reheat, thaw the leftovers overnight in the refrigerator, then heat them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through.
Reheating:
To reheat Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan, you can either place it in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through, or you can heat it in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Meal Prep:
This Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan is a great meal prep option. To meal prep, simply cook the chicken cutlets and sauce according to the recipe, then divide the mixture into individual portions. Store the portions in airtight containers in the refrigerator. When ready to eat, simply heat the chicken and sauce in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 37gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 172mgSodium: 772mgPotassium: 746mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 685IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword dairy free, easy dinner, gluten free, one pot meal, one pot recipe
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