Chicken Parmesan with Marinara Recipe
Ready to rock a classic with zero guilt? This vegan Chicken Parmesan with Marinara delivers crispy, cheesy bliss—without the actual chicken or dairy drama.
Golden, herb-crusted plant-based cutlets smothered in tangy marinara sauce and gooey vegan cheese? Yes, please.
It’s comfort food that respects your conscience and your cravings, proving that cruelty-free can still be indulgent.
Prep fast, bake easy, and watch your taste buds throw a party worthy of an Italian nonna’s approval.
Because who said you can’t have all the flavor without the fuss or the animal products? This recipe breaks those boring rules.
Chicken Parmesan with Marinara Recipe
A crispy vegan cutlet topped with rich marinara and melted dairy-free cheese, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
- Plant-based chicken cutlets: 4 pieces
- Vegan mozzarella cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Marinara sauce: 1 ½ cups
- All-purpose flour: ½ cup
- Unsweetened plant milk: ½ cup
- Breadcrumbs: 1 cup Italian seasoned preferred
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Garlic powder: 1 tsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Salt and pepper: To taste
- Fresh basil: For garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Set up three bowls: flour, plant milk, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each cutlet in flour, then milk, then breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to coat.
- Place coated cutlets on a baking sheet; drizzle olive oil over them.
- Bake 20 minutes until crispy and golden, flipping halfway.
- Remove from oven, spoon marinara sauce over each cutlet, sprinkle vegan mozzarella.
- Return to oven for 5 minutes or until cheese melts beautifully.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 25%
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Vitamin B12: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use fresh herbs like basil or oregano for extra zing.
- Swap marinara for spicy arrabbiata if you like heat.
- Serve with a side of garlicky greens or vegan pasta.
- Toast breadcrumbs lightly for an extra crunch.
- Double the cheese because, well, cheese makes everything better.
