#26 Chicken Parmesan With Penne & Salad Recipe
Lightly breaded & sautéed, topped with mozzarella & light tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Chicken Parmesan
Penne
Salad
Method
Chicken Parmesan
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
- 3
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and sauté for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Once cooked, place the chicken in a baking dish.
- 4
Add Sauce and Cheese
Top each chicken breast with light tomato sauce and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Penne
- 5
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt. Once boiling, add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually around 11-13 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Salad
- 6
Prepare Salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing. Drizzle over the salad just before serving.