Baked Chicken Parmesan

Hubby’s favorite Italian meal is Chicken Parmesan.  He will often order it at restaurants and savor every deep fried bite.

Only, I don’t do deep fried at home.  This became the challenge, make his fav, but make it healthy.  I did a little of this, a little of that, and presto he loved it!  This will definitely be a repeat at our house.

Chicken Parmesan

• 1 1/2 lb chicken breast tenders, trimmed of fat
• 2 egg whites
• 1/2 c. fine bread crumbs
• 1  Tbs Italian seasoning
• 1/4 c. shredded parmesan cheese

Beat egg whites with fork on a plate until slightly fluffy.  Combine all dry ingredients on another plate and mix until combined.  Dip chicken tenders in egg, then roll in crumb mixture until coated.  Place in a lightly sprayed baking dish and repeat for all chicken pieces.  Discard leftover egg and crumb mixture.  Bake at 375 degrees for about 30-35 minutes or until cooked through.  Serve over pasta and top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese if desired.

Kim’s note:  Counting the calories, but don’t want to miss out on cheese?  Stir a little non-fat cottage cheese into the pasta for a little added creamy-ness.