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Olive Garden chicken parmigiana
Calories & nutrition facts
without pasta
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 211 kcal —
- Protein 15 g 31%
- Carbohydrate 11 g 4%
- Fat 11 g 14%
- Saturated fat 2.1 g 11%
- Fibre 0.9 g 3%
- Sugars 2.7 g —
- Sodium 625 mg 27%
- Cholesterol 40 mg 13%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 37 µg 4%
- Vitamin E 1.6 mg 11%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.06 mg 5%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.16 mg 13%
- Niacin (B3) 5.6 mg 35%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.96 mg 19%
- Vitamin B6 0.18 mg 11%
- Folate (B9) 16 µg 4%
- Vitamin B12 0.34 µg 14%
Minerals
- Calcium 95 mg 7%
- Iron 0.58 mg 3%
- Magnesium 25 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 236 mg 19%
- Potassium 277 mg 6%
- Zinc 0.86 mg 8%
- Copper 0.06 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.13 mg 6%
- Selenium 24 µg 44%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 211 | 15 g | 11 g | 11 g |
| 1 × serving | 304 g | 641 | 47 g | 35 g | 34 g |
| 2 × serving | 608 g | 1283 | 93 g | 69 g | 68 g |
| ½ × serving | 152 g | 321 | 23 g | 17 g | 17 g |
| 3 × serving | 912 g | 1924 | 140 g | 104 g | 102 g |
| 4 × serving | 1216 g | 2566 | 186 g | 138 g | 137 g |
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Questions about Olive Garden chicken parmigiana
What is Olive Garden chicken parmigiana?
It is a breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, usually served with pasta. The name refers to chicken Parmesan, rather than a dish made with aubergine.
How much chicken parmigiana is a typical serving?
A typical serving is about 304 g, roughly the size of a large restaurant main course. That portion provides 211 kcal.
How is chicken parmigiana usually cooked?
The chicken is coated in breadcrumbs and fried or baked until golden, then covered with marinara and cheese and baked until bubbling. If you are reheating a cooked portion, heat it until steaming hot throughout.
What is the best way to reheat chicken parmigiana without soggy breadcrumbs?
Reheat it uncovered in an oven at 180 °C for about 15–20 minutes, until hot in the centre; an air fryer also helps crisp the coating. Add a splash of water to the sauce if it has thickened, but keep it off the crust.
What goes well with chicken parmigiana?
It is commonly served with spaghetti and marinara, while a green salad or steamed vegetables make a lighter side. Garlic bread is another familiar accompaniment for mopping up the sauce.
How is Olive Garden chicken parmigiana different from chicken Parmesan?
They are closely related versions of the same breaded-chicken dish. Chicken Parmesan has 204 kcal per 100 g, compared with 211 kcal in Olive Garden chicken parmigiana.
Can you freeze leftover chicken parmigiana?
Yes. Cool it promptly, seal it in an airtight container and freeze; thaw it in the fridge before reheating until steaming hot throughout. The coating will be softer after freezing, so finish it uncovered in a hot oven to crisp it.
What can you use instead of chicken in parmigiana?
Aubergine slices are a classic alternative: salt them briefly, pat dry, coat in breadcrumbs and bake or fry before adding marinara and cheese. Breaded turkey also works with the same topping.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169858 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
