Lightened Up Chicken Parmesan

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   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Put your chicken on a large cutting board.

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   Cover with Saran wrap.

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   Using a heavy object (such as a meat mallet), pound out your chicken breasts to desired thickness.

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   The important thing is to make sure your breasts are even.

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   In a small shallow bowl, beat your egg.

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   In a separate medium bowl, combine panko crumbs and parmesan cheese.

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    Season chicken with salt and pepper.

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    Dredge both sides of chicken breast in egg.

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    Dredge both sides of chicken in the panko mixture.

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    Press mixture firmly onto chicken breast so it adheres.

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    Repeat with other chicken breasts.

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    Place chicken in a greased baking dish.

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    Bake at 375 degrees F for about 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

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    Remove from oven.

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    Top with desired amount of marinara sauce and cheese.

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    Return to the oven and turn the broiler on.

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    Broil 2-3 minutes (keep an eye on it!)

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    until cheese is bubbly.

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    Serve chicken parmesan alongside pasta and additional marinara sauce!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.