Naked Chicken Parmesan

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   Preheat the oven to 350F.

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   Lay the chicken breasts on a flat work surface between two sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap.

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   Pound them with the flat side of a meat mallet, working from the center outward, until they are an even 1/2 inch thick throughout.

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   Season with sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.

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   Spread 1/3 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of an 8x8-inch glass baking dish.

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   Lay the chicken breasts side by side over the marinara sauce.

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   Spoon the remaining 2/3 cup sauce evenly over the chicken breasts to cover them.

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   Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.

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   Remove the foil and sprinkle the cheese evenly over the chicken breasts followed by 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.

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    Continue cooking the chicken (uncovered) for 12 to 15 more minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside.

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    Remove it from the oven and sprinkle the basil leaves over the top.

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    Let stand 5 minutes, then serve immediately.

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    Each (1 chicken breast) serving has:

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    Calories: 210

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    Protein: 35g

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    Carbohydrates: 7g

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    Fat: 4g

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    Saturated Fat: 1g

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    Cholesterol: 76mg

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    Fiber: 2g

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    Sodium: 445mg

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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