Description
A delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with fresh zucchini, enveloped in a golden, cheesy crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Coat the chicken in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot and enjoy the crispy chicken alongside the tender zucchini.
Notes
Pair with a fresh green salad or serve with rice or quinoa. A squeeze of lemon can enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg