NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz fresh mozzarella cheese

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1.25 cup zucchini noodles

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

2 large fresh basil leaves

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

• 2

  Using a sharp knife, slice a pocket into the thickest side of the chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.

• 3

  Season the chicken inside and out with the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

• 4

  Stuff the pocket with the fresh mozzarella cheese and secure the opening with toothpicks if needed.

• 5

  Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.

• 6

  Pour the marinara sauce over and around the chicken, then transfer the skillet to the oven.

• 7

  Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted.

• 8

  While the chicken is baking, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles in a separate pan for 2 minutes until just tender.

• 9

  Serve the chicken and marinara sauce over the zucchini noodles and garnish with torn fresh basil leaves.