Naked Chicken Parmesan

This guilt-free version of traditional chicken parmesan will be your new go-to.

 

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

  1. Preheat oven to 450F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Between sheets of plastic wrap and using mallet or rolling pin, pound chicken to ½ inch thickness.
  3. Transfer to prepared baking sheets. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; rub to coat. Flatten evenly into circular shapes.
  4. Top each chicken piece with 2 tbsp of tomato sauce, ½ cup of mozzarella and 2 tbsp parmesan and any other desired toppings.
  5. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbling and chicken are cooked through, about 15 – 20 minutes. Let cool slightly; top with basil, if using.