Calories in chicken parmesan
A typical serving of chicken parmesan provides about 538 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 unit/serving (250 g)
Calories
538kcal
Protein
45g
Carbs
30g
Fat
26.3g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 215 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 10.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g |
| Sugars | 2.1 g |
| Sodium | 490 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. An Italian-American favorite.
Nutritional benefits
- Very high protein content
- Rich in B vitamins from the chicken
- Provides calcium from the melted cheese
How to prepare it
- 1.Pound the breast meat for uniform thickness
- 2.Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, crispier breading
- 3.Don't over-sauce to prevent the chicken from becoming soggy
Lighter alternatives
Baked chicken parm
No frying, much lower in fat
Eggplant parmesan
Classic vegetarian version
Grilled chicken with cheese
Avoids breading and flours
Healthy tip
Use low-fat mozzarella and homemade sugar-free tomato sauce to improve its health profile.
Frequently asked questions
What is it served with?
Usually with spaghetti or a fresh green salad.
Is it high in calories?
Yes, being breaded, fried, and cheesed, it is a high calorie-density dish.
How to make it lighter?
Avoid frying; bake the chicken after a light breading instead.
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