Healthy Chicken Parmesan Dinner For 2

Ingredients

for 2 servings

• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
• 1 jar marinara sauce, heated
• whole wheat pasta
• fresh basil, for garnish

BREADING

• ½ cup
   panko bread crumbs (25 g)
• ½ cup
   parmesan cheese(55 g)
• 1 tablespoon
   fresh basil
• ½ teaspoon
   garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons
   dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon
   salt
• ¼ teaspoon
   black pepper

                                       Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (215°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the panko, parmesan cheese, basil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Beat the 2 eggs in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken in the egg wash, then coat with the bread crumb mixture.
4. Transfer the breaded chicken breasts to a greased roasting pan. Top the chicken with 2 small slices of mozzarella.
5. Bake for 20-25 min, until the cheese and bread crumbs have turned golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, or until it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (73°C).
6. Serve with whole wheat spaghetti, marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
7. Enjoy!