NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz chicken breast

0.25 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 large egg

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking sheet with the olive oil.

• 2

  Pound the chicken breast to an even half-inch thickness and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  In one shallow bowl, whisk the egg; in a second bowl, combine the panko, parmesan, oregano, and garlic powder.

• 4

  Dip the chicken into the egg wash, then press it firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until it is completely and evenly coated.

• 5

  Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until the coating is golden and crispy.

• 6

  Remove from the oven, spoon the marinara sauce over the center of the chicken, and top with the mozzarella cheese.

• 7

  Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

• 8

  Garnish with thinly sliced fresh basil before serving.