CHEEZY CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH ZUCCHINI "PASTA"

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CHEEZY CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH ZUCCHINI

Categories     Squash

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the tomato sauce and zucchini pappardelle
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 red onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, sliced thin
Salt
1 28-ounce can peeled plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano, in juice, mashed
1 sprig fresh basil
Pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
4 zucchini, thinly sliced
For the chicken
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus 2 tablespoons extra for serving
1/4 cup dried whole-wheat or white bread crumbs
1 large egg white, lightly beaten with a fork
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts split in half to make 6-8 large, thin cutlets
Pepper
4 teaspoons olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons extra for serving
1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • 1. For the sauce, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, 1 minute. Cover, reduce heat to very low and cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. (Check a few times during cooking; if vegetables begin to brown, add 2 teaspoons water and stir.) Add the tomatoes with juice, basil and another 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, cover and simmer gently 5 minutes. Then simmer very gently, partially covered, until thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with 1/8 teaspoon pepper. 2. Meanwhile, using a mandoline or vegetable peeler, slice the zucchini lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick long pappardelle-like strips, turning the zucchini and slicing on 4 sides only until you see the center seeds. Discard the centers. 3. Remove the tomato sauce to a bowl with a rubber spatula; no need to clean the skillet. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until wilted, tossing often with tongs for even cooking, 8 to 10 minutes. Return the tomato sauce to the pan, add 1 tablespoon of the parsley, and season with 1/8 teaspoon pepper; cover and set aside. 6. To serve, re-warm the zucchini in the tomato sauce over medium heat. Use tongs to make a "twist" of zucchini pappardelle on each of 4 plates. Lean chi

Shawn Nickerson
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I don't recommend this recipe. The chicken was dry and the zucchini pasta was mushy.


Sandaya Sepalika
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.


sagar gooroung
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I had some trouble getting the chicken to cook all the way through. I ended up having to bake it for a little longer than the recipe called for.


Noor Armani S
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This dish was a little too cheesy for my taste, but it was still good. I would recommend using less cheese next time.


Skrapy Dayah
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I've made it for my family and friends and they all love it.


Suleman Sonu
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and the zucchini pasta was a nice change from regular pasta. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Azam Khan Khoso123
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Qasim
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used whole wheat pasta and it was still delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Saad
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the zucchini pasta was surprisingly good. I would definitely make this again.


Eva Spurlock
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Yum!


md shahin1999
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the zucchini pasta was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rafik Miya
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This chicken parmesan with zucchini pasta was a hit with my family! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, the zucchini pasta was light and refreshing, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this dish again.