Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan with Zucchini Ribbons
INGREDIENTS
4 chicken breasts (sliced in half lengthwise)
3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 green zucchini
3/4 cup reduced fat mozzarella cheese
1 cup marinara
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
olive oil cooking spray
salt and black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray with oil.
Use a vegetable peeler, slice zucchini lengthwise, rotating to achieve thin ribbons.
Add zucchini to a pan on medium heat and stir until soft but not mushy (about 6 mins).
Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl.
Lightly brush butter onto the chicken. Coat both sides with breadcrumb mixture and place on a baking sheet.
Lightly spray a little more oil on top and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove from oven, spoon 2 - 3 tablespoons of sauce then 2 tablespoons of cheese over each piece of chicken.
Broil 1 minute or until cheese is bubbly and melted.