Crispy Chicken Parmesan with Marinara Recipe
Crispy “chicken” parmesan proves vegan dinners can still flirt with indulgence, ladies, without guilt or tears.
Plant-based “chicken” crisps golden, mocking your takeout cravings while oozing cheesy vegan richness that defies expectations.
Marinara sauce hugs every crunchy edge, whispering, “You deserve this fancy dinner tonight, multitasking queen.”
Serve with pasta, salad, or roasted veggies, then watch everyone wonder how effortless gourmet life suddenly became.
This guilt-free masterpiece elevates weekday dinners into indulgent events, leaving ovens applauding and taste buds begging for more.
Crispy Chicken Parmesan with Marinara Recipe
Golden, crispy vegan “chicken” coated in plant-based parmesan, baked or air-fried, served with rich marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or air fryer per instructions; line baking sheet with parchment.
- Pat vegan “chicken” dry; season with salt and pepper.
- Place flour in a shallow bowl; plant-based milk in another.
- Mix vegan parmesan, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and panko in a third bowl.
- Dredge “chicken” in flour, then milk, then parmesan-panko mixture; press lightly for coating.
- Bake 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy; air fryer option: 18 minutes at 375°F.
- Meanwhile, sauté garlic in olive oil; add tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer 10 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve “chicken” over marinara sauce; garnish with fresh herbs or extra vegan parmesan.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Calcium: 12%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin K: 5%
Notes & Tips
- Gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs work perfectly for allergy-friendly options.
- Marinate “chicken” in plant-based milk and garlic for 10 minutes before coating for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle extra vegan parmesan before baking for crunch perfection.
- Serve with spaghetti or zucchini noodles to impress dinner guests.
- Can prep “chicken” coating in advance; refrigerate up to 1 hour before baking.
