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New Chicken Parmesan

This modern take on a classic Italian-American favourite offers all the comforting flavours of a traditional bake with a lighter, diabetes-friendly profile. By roasting the chicken with a savoury Parmesan crust alongside juicy grape tomatoes, you create a vibrant meal that packs a punch of Mediterranean flavour without the need for heavy breading or sugary shop-bought sauces.

Ideal for a quick mid-week dinner, this high-protein dish uses fresh mozzarella and extra-virgin olive oil for a satisfying, heart-healthy fats profile. The roasted tomatoes burst in the oven to create a natural, aromatic sauce that complements the garlic-infused chicken perfectly. Serve it with a crisp green salad or steamed seasonal greens for a complete and nutritious evening meal.

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Ingredients for New Chicken Parmesan

  • 80ml extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 large garlic cloves, pressed

  • 1/2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 350g container grape tomatoes

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

  • Large pinch of dried crushed red pepper

  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (about 170g each)

  • 140g finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided

  • 170g fresh mozzarella cheese in water, drained, thinly sliced

How to make New Chicken Parmesan

Preheat oven to 260°C. Whisk first 3 ingredients in large bowl. Place tomatoes in medium bowl; mix in 2 tablespoons garlic oil, then oregano and crushed red pepper. Add chicken to large bowl with remaining garlic oil and turn to coat.

Place 150g Parmesan in pie dish. Dip 1 side of each chicken piece into cheese to coat; arrange chicken, cheese side up, on 1 half of large rimmed baking sheet. Scatter tomatoes on other half of sheet.

Roast chicken until just cooked through and firm to touch, about 10 minutes. Arrange mozzarella slices atop chicken. Return to oven; roast until cheese melts, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer chicken and tomatoes to 4 plates. Sprinkle with remaining 30g Parmesan cheese.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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