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Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan Muffins

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These healthy baked chicken Parmesan muffins are a quick, easy, and nutritious handheld version of classic Italian comfort food, perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded or finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce (60g)
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese (60g) (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or almond flour (56g)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese per muffin (about 12 tablespoons total)
  • Olive oil spray for greasing muffin tin
  • Fresh basil, chopped (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray muffin tin with olive oil.
  2. If chicken is not cooked, poach or bake chicken breasts until cooked through (about 15 minutes at 375°F/190°C). Cool and shred finely with a fork or chop into small pieces.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, marinara sauce, and cottage cheese if using.
  4. In a separate large bowl, combine shredded chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs or almond flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  5. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined. If too dry, add a tablespoon more marinara or a splash of water.
  6. Spoon mixture evenly into 12 muffin cups, pressing lightly to fill all corners.
  7. Top each muffin with about 1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden edges and melted cheese on top. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean.
  9. Let muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before removing to help them set.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep texture light. Add extra marinara or cottage cheese if chicken is dry. Watch baking time closely to avoid drying out. Cover with foil if cheese browns too quickly. Muffins freeze well for up to 3 months. Use freshly grated cheese for best meltiness.

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