Basil Chicken Parmigiana Recipe

Name: Basil Chicken Parmigiana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat rotini; 4 (6-ounce) skinned and boned chicken breasts; 2/3 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/2 cup egg substitute; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (26-ounce) jar low-fat pasta sauce; 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil; 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons minced fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1
Prepare pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and oil. Drain and keep warm.
2
Cut each chicken breast into 2 pieces. Place each piece between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; flatten to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
3
Combine 2/3 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken in egg substitute, and dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
4
Brown chicken, in batches, in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, 1 to 2 minutes on each side; remove chicken from skillet.
5
Stir together pasta sauce and basil; spoon half of sauce into an 11- x 7- inch baking dish. Arrange chicken in an even layer over sauce; pour remaining sauce over chicken. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
6
Bake at 350u00b0 for 20 minutes or until mozzarella cheese is lightly browned and sauce is bubbly around edges. Remove from oven, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons parsley. Serve chicken over hot cooked pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat rotini, 4 (6-ounce) skinned and boned chicken breasts, 2/3 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided, and more.

Yes, Basil Chicken Parmigiana falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Basil Chicken Parmigiana

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