YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
Enjoy a delightful twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich. Tender grilled chicken, lightly breaded eggplant, rich marinara sauce, and a touch of part-skim mozzarella come together between wholesome whole wheat bread for a meal that balances crisp textures and savory flavors.
INGREDIENTS
2 slices Whole Wheat Bread
3 ounces Grilled Chicken Breast
1/2 medium Eggplant
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce
1/4 cup shredded Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
2 tablespoons Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs
3 Fresh Basil Leaves
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch rounds. Lightly coat both sides with a brushing of olive oil if desired and sprinkle the whole wheat breadcrumbs over them.
Place the breadcrumb-coated eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through until they become crispy and lightly browned.
While the eggplant bakes, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat, then mix in chopped fresh basil for an extra burst of flavor.
Lightly toast the whole wheat bread slices in a toaster or oven.
Layer one slice of bread with the baked eggplant, followed by the grilled chicken breast slices, then drizzle with warmed marinara sauce and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
Finish with the second slice of bread on top. Optionally, you can place the assembled sandwich back in the oven for 3-4 minutes to melt the cheese slightly before serving.