YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Hero
A modern twist on a classic Italian favorite, this dish features tender baked eggplant layered with a zesty tomato sauce and melty part-skim mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, topped with a crunchy panko coating, and paired with a grilled chicken breast for an extra protein boost – all served on a lightly toasted half whole-wheat hero roll. Enjoy a satisfying melt-in-your-mouth combination of textures and flavors in every bite.
INGREDIENTS
3 ounces Grilled Chicken Breast
1/2 medium Eggplant (~150g)
1 large Egg
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
1/3 cup shredded Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/3 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
1/2 Whole-Wheat Hero Roll
Olive Oil Spray
1 tsp Dried Italian Herbs
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lightly spray both sides with olive oil and season with a pinch of dried Italian herbs.
Place the eggplant slices on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until they are tender and slightly crispy.
While the eggplant is baking, whisk the egg in a shallow bowl for your egg wash.
Once the eggplant slices are done, dip each slice into the egg wash and then coat lightly with panko breadcrumbs.
Return the coated eggplant slices to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the coating is golden and crisp.
Warm the tomato sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in the dried Italian herbs.
To assemble the hero, layer the crispy eggplant on the bottom half of the halved whole-wheat roll. Top with a slice or chopped pieces of grilled chicken breast, then spoon over the warm tomato sauce.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly on top.
Optional: Place the assembled open-faced sandwich under the broiler for 2 minutes to melt the cheese slightly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Hero.