NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz chicken breast

2 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.5 large egg

0.5 cup marinara sauce

0.75 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 tsp avocado oil

1 cup zucchini noodles

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp dried oregano

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• 2

  Pat the chicken breast dry with a paper towel and season both sides with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

• 3

  Whisk the egg in a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and dried oregano.

• 4

  Dredge the chicken in the egg wash, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to ensure a thick, even coating.

• 5

  Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with avocado oil, and bake for 15 minutes.

• 6

  Spoon the marinara sauce over the chicken and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.

• 7

  Return to the oven for 5-8 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through.

• 8

  Briefly sauté the zucchini noodles in a non-stick pan for 2 minutes, then serve the crispy chicken on top.