NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1 large egg

0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs

2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp red pepper flakes

0.5 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

0.5 cup cooked quinoa

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Place the chicken breast between two sheets of parchment paper and pound to an even half-inch thickness.

• 2

  In a shallow bowl, beat the egg until smooth.

• 3

  In a separate shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 4

  Dip the chicken breast into the egg wash, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until both sides are thoroughly coated.

• 5

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until the crust is golden brown and the meat is cooked through.

• 6

  While the chicken cooks, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan and stir in the red pepper flakes for heat.

• 7

  Spoon the spicy marinara sauce over the chicken in the skillet, top with shredded mozzarella, and cover with a lid for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

• 8

  Serve the chicken over a bed of warm cooked quinoa and garnish with freshly chopped basil.