Oven Fried Basil Parmesan Chicken
Melanie
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 8 basil sprigs
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 4 slices cooked pancetta or bacon
- 2 egg whites
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges
- Crumb Mixture:
- 1 cup fine semolina or Italian bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, finely chopped (optional)
directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Set a rack on a sheetpan and spray it with olive oil spray.
- 2
Cut through the thick side of each chicken breast to create a pocket. Into each pocket press two basil sprigs, a slice of mozzarella and a slice of pancetta or bacon (folded in half to fit if necessary).
- 3
In a medium bowl, stir together the crumb mixture.
- 4
In another bowl, lightly beat egg whites. Add garlic, salt and pepper.
- 5
Dip stuffed chicken breasts into egg white mixture; then press into crumb mixture, coating thoroughly. (At this point, the breasts may be placed on a cookie tray and frozen until almost solid; wrap in aluminum foil to store.)
- 6
Set the chicken on the rack; bake for 25 minutes until the crumbs are golden brown and chicken is cooked all the way through. Serve immediately, accompanied with fresh lemon wedges.
Source: Melanie
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